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Firefighter Recruitment Announcement

The Woodside Fire Protection district is actively recruiting qualified applicants for employment.  Candidates will remain on The employment list for one year with the option for a one year extension.

Position– Firefighter/Paramedic and Firefighter/EMT

Schedule – The Woodside fire protection district works on a 48/96 schedule

Salary -- $9,449.01 per month FF/EMT-P, $8,589.98 per month FF/EMT 

Benefits – Cal Pers 2.7% at 57, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age at time of employment
• High school Graduate or GED Certificate
• Possession of a valid Department of Motor Vehicles Drivers License
• Possession of California EMT or National Registry EMT
• Valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) card or ability to obtain at time of appointment

Desired Qualifications

• California State EMT-P or National Registry EMT-P
• Previous Firefighter Experience: FF-1, FF-2
• U.S. Military Veteran
• College Degree
• Class “C” CDL with Firefighter Endorsement

Recruitment Schedule

All Dates are estimates and subject to change

Applications will be accepted from November 13- November 26th.

Written Test will take place on December 7th.

1st Interviews will be conducted on January 6,7 and 8 2020.

Chiefs Interviews January 20,21 2020.

For further information regarding the Woodside Fire Protection District please visit www.woodsidefire.org

Woodside Fire Protection District is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

 

* The top 200 most qualified applicants will be invited to the written test

For further information regarding the Woodside Fire Protection District please visit www.woodsidefire.org 

Position & Duties 

 

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Power Resources Specialist I/II position to the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will support a variety of Regulatory and Legislative Policy functions. 

 

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Power Resources Specialist I/II will be responsible for assisting and supporting the division’s engagement in the number of complex electric regulatory proceedings in order to effectively advocate for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC) and the California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

 

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Evaluate regulatory and legislative initiatives to ensure compliance with energy risk management policies.

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and provide technical analysis to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws.

• Support the preparation of comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of technical regulatory proceedings.

• Maintain and update a short and/ or long-term list and calendar of key regulatory issues affecting SJCE.

• Track, review, analyze, regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.

• Other duties as assigned.

 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

 

Salary Information

 

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist I is: $80,454.40 - $98,030.40

The current salary range for Power Resources Specialist II is: $87,547.20 - $106,641.60

 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

 

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist I/II classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

 

Competencies: 

 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

 

•  Job Expertise - Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.

• Communication Skills - Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking - Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Initiative - Exhibits resourceful behaviors toward meeting job objectives; anticipates problems, is proactive, and avoids difficulties by planning ahead; displays willingness to assume extra responsibility and challenges; pursues continuing education opportunities that promotes job performance.
• Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; Defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives. Additional Competencies and/or Desirable Qualifications (Competencies, knowledge, skills, and abilities that are more position specific and/or likely to contribute to more successful job performance.)
• Political Skill - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking - Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values.

The County of San Mateo Probation Department is seeking motivated candidates for the Legal Office Services Supervisor position.  Legal Office Services Supervisors oversee legal support functions in a wide range of areas including but not limited to pretrial, court services, records unit, stats desk, AB 109 support, special projects, reception, and internal and external customer service support.

The current vacancy is in Pretrial Services in the Redwood City Office.  However, the eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies within another division and the incumbent hired may also be reassigned to any other division depending on operational needs. 

The selected candidate will supervise and direct a team of approximately 10 staff members performing legal support functions such as, but not limited to,  defendant interviews in the jail, running CLETS criminal records, checking probation and court databases, responding to inquiries regarding the jail and court release processes, preparing release recommendations, and assisting in the preparation of the in-custody arraignment court calendar.

The ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of court documents, and legal terminology; possess demonstrated leadership and team building skills; create an environment that unites people and motivates them to work collaboratively and effectively toward agreed upon objectives; understand and maintain necessary confidentiality; maintain a positive public image, often times under stressful situations; able to resolve issues of conflict and manage personnel matters; effectively guide and train staff on court process and procedures; and have excellent oral and written communication skills.  Bilingual skills in Spanish are desired but not required. 

The Probation Department is generally open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Pretrial office functions from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., including weekends.  The incumbent will be required to work various day, evening and weekend hours to provide support to staff they will supervise.  On occasion, overtime may also be necessary. 

Examples Of Duties:
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervise and direct legal office support staff and activities.
• Plan, schedule, assign, review and perform legal office support work.
• Train assigned staff in general and legal office procedures and specific departmental and unit policies and procedures.
• Provide support for the San Mateo County Card Key System.
• Evaluate employee performance.
• Perform facility related duties or assignments.
• Recommend employee selection, initial corrective action and other personnel actions.
• Determine work schedules and authorize leaves, process time cards, ensuring the timely completion of all work.
• Answer inquiries, provide information and resolve complaints from clients, the public or employees regarding the function and activities of the work unit.
• Develop, recommend and implement improved work systems, processes, and procedures.
• Compile operational and statistical data and information, maintain various records and prepare special and periodic reports.
• Perform difficult or complex legal office support work and assist with special office projects as assigned; read and process various legal documents such as court calendars, court orders, booking slips, probation reports, arrest records, referrals and other legal information for maintaining records.
• Review legal documents, arrest or incident records, files and cases to identify inaccurate, inconsistent and unclear codes, data and other information.
• Check court and legal documents for proper authorization and obtain missing signatures.
• Compile data from multiple sources to complete and process legal forms, documents and reports in accordance with established procedures.
• Establish and maintain office and case files.
• Research and compile information from office and case files.
• Close and purge files according to established procedures.
• Provide project support to departmental management.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is: four years of experience providing office support in a legal or court setting.

Knowledge of: Supervisory principles and practices including work planning, scheduling, review and evaluation, and employee training and corrective action; office management practices and procedures including records management and the operation of standard office equipment; legal documents, forms, terminology and procedures; policies and procedures related to the department to which assigned; standard office equipment; business arithmetic and letter writing; and correct English usage including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Skill/Ability to: Plan, assign, supervise, review and evaluate the work of others; train others in work procedures; read and interpret rules, policies, procedures and legal and court documents; organize, research and maintain office files; compose correspondence independently from brief instructions; use initiative and sound independent judgment within established guidelines; deal tactfully and effectively with a variety of individuals, some of whom may be hostile or irate; organize and prioritize work, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments with minimum supervision; and analyze and resolve varied office administrative problems.

 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open & Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California  employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: pass/fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%) which may include a writing and/or performance exercise(s). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations, or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California, and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date. A supplemental application form must be submitted in addition to the standard County employment application form.
 

Tentative Recruitment Schedule:
Final Filing Date:  December 2, 2019; 11:59 p.m.
Application Appraisal/Screening: Week of December 2, 2019
Panel Interviews: December 17 and/or December 18, 2019
 At the County of San Mateo, we welcome and celebrate the diversity of our employees, and strive to create a workplace where they feel valued every day.
 County of San Mateo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Senior Power Resources Specialist position for the Regulatory and Legislative Compliance Division. This position reports directly to the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy and will provide technical analysis, assess the potential business impacts to SJCE from proposed regulatory changes, and provide expert public representation.

 

 

 

 

 

Under general direction of the Division Manager of Regulatory and Legislative Policy, the Senior Power Resources Specialist will be responsible for engaging in the increasing number of complex electric regulatory proceedings and effectively advocating for the business interests of SJCE at the California Public Utilities Commission (“CPUC”), the California Energy Commission (CEC), and California Independent System Operator (“CAISO”) to protect and advance San José business and community interests.

 

 

 

 

 

Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

 

 

 

• Perform energy resource planning and electric utility tariff analysis, policy risk assessment, and monitor and respond to CPUC, CEC and CAISO regulatory
• Provide compliance proposals
• Prepare technical comments, data requests, written responses, position papers, analytical models, testimony, and exhibits related to a variety of regulatory proceedings
• Keep abreast of key California regulatory issues affecting SJCE and develop responses including strategy and prioritization of regulatory actions for management consideration
• Track, review, analyze, and summarize regulatory filings, proposals and policy issues that could impact SJCE and its customers.
• Coordinate with technical experts and external regulatory counsel to develop effective and persuasive communications to be presented to the CPUC, CEC, CAISO, California Legislature, and any other legal or regulatory body as required.
• Collaborate and build contacts with other organizations, representatives, and regulatory agencies.
• Serve as a liaison to regulatory bodies, CCAs and CalCCA
• Other duties as assigned.

 

 

 

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salary Information

 

 

 

The current salary range for Senior Power Resources Specialist is: $109,304.00 – $133,910.40

 

 

 

 

 

The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. 

 

 

 

 

 

In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Power Resources Specialist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing, non-pensionable, compensation pay.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Competencies:

 

 

 

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

 

 

 

• Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people's ideas and thoughts. Demonstrates basic knowledge of negotiation skills.
• Analytical Thinking – Approaches a problem or situation by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach.
• Collaboration – Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Supervision – Sets effective long and short-term goals based on a good understanding of management practices; establishes realistic priorities within available resources; provides motivational support; empowers others; assigns decision-making and work functions to others in an appropriate manner to maximize organizational and individual effectiveness.
• Political Skill – In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking – Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action.

 

 

 

Filing Deadline: December 20, 2019

Monthly Salary: $9,684 to $12,879, plus benefits

The Chief Building Official plans, organizes, supervises and reviews the activities of the Building Inspection Division; participates in code interpretation, plan checking, issuance of permits, and field inspections; and performs the most technically complex tasks within the Division. The ideal candidate will possess strong supervisory skills to lead a team of experienced building professionals. He/she will be an individual who is trustworthy, approachable, honest, and ethical. A Chief Building Official who will create a teamwork-oriented environment that emphasizes cooperation, accountability and responsiveness is sought. Candidates who bring a positive and can-do attitude will succeed in this position.  The incoming Chief Building Official will have knowledge of building construction principles and practices, including detailed familiarity with carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and other building trades; safety and construction standards of the building construction industry; practices and procedures of contracting in the building construction industry; uniform; building, plumbing and mechanical, national electrical, and health and safety codes; and principles and practices of supervision.

Candidates must possess equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering or a closely related field, five (5) years of experience similar to that of a Building Inspector with at least two years of supervisory experience, and Certification by the International Conference of Building Officials as a Combination Building Inspector.

If you are interested in this outstanding opportunity, please view the job announcement.  To apply, click here or contact Joel Bryden at Bob Murray & Associates (916) 784-9080. 

 

The Organization

The City of Lathrop incorporated in 1989 and operates in a Council-Manager form of government. The Lathrop City Council is comprised of five members, including the directly elected Mayor and four Councilmembers. This vibrant organization enjoys a strong, collaborative, and open setting.  Lathrop has developed a long-range strategy to ensure a strong financial position for short and long-term stability.

The Building  Division

The Building Division is part of the Public Works Department  and is responsible for serving the public by ensuring that the safety depicted by the current adopted California Codes and the Lathrop Municipal Code are enforced during the construction, use, occupancy and maintenance of buildings and structures, and all of their various components. This is accomplished by providing examination of plans, calculations and specifications, inspections of all aspects of on‐site construction and providing staff to perform and manage the building permit process. Staff carries on this service after permits are issued and finalized by maintaining plans and documents for future inquires.

The Permit Technician Position

The Permit Technician performs a wide variety of technical and administrative support duties for the Building Division.  Under the general direction of the Chief Building Official, or designee, the incumbent provides information to the public related to the application processes, plan review processes, fees, and policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provides information to homeowners, builders, engineers, developers, architects and the public; serves as the initial public contact for the Building division by phone or at the counter; answers general questions regarding building functions and explains building ordinances, procedures and requirements; assists and advises the general public in matters relating to building requirements, status of submitted projects.
• Checks building plans and issues building permits for minor residential additions and alterations; approves small project plans and issues over the counter permits; reviews applications for completeness and accuracy; verifies contractor’s licenses, construction bonds, and insurance coverages; calculates plan check and building permit fees for plans submitted for review based on the type of construction and square footage, or by evaluated cost; collects fees and issues receipts for various applications, registrations and licenses; inputs data into automated information systems.
• Receives residential, commercial building and development permit applications and plans; opens plan review files; coordinates with other departments and follows up on permit status as necessary; receives, logs, and distributes development plans for plan checking; inputs plan review information from all departments into automated system; updates and generates required reports; maintains and retrieves files and documents for all permit areas; reviews corrected plans for conformity with requirements; calculates fees and submits documentation for permit issuance.
• Accepts various planning applications and plans; checks for completeness and accuracy; performs a variety of office support and technical tasks for assigned areas of responsibility; prepares, types, word processes, and proofreads a variety of documents, including general correspondence, memoranda and related materials.
• See job description for additional details.

Qualifications & the Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

Demonstrate a minimum of 3 years of increasingly responsible office support and/or technical work experience involving heavy public contact.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in construction, planning or building is desirable.
• Deliver excellent customer service for both internal and external customers.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid class C California driver’s license.
• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Have a positive, friendly attitude.

 

 

 

BUILDING OFFICIAL

$9,349 - $11,474/mo. + excellent benefits

 

DEFINITION: Under general direction from the Community Development Director, manages, directs and coordinates the activities of the Building & Safety Division; oversees and renders interpretations of a comprehensive set of municipal building codes to ensure construction complies with applicable codes, laws and ordinances; coordinates plan check and building inspection activities with other divisions and departments; and outside agencies; represents Building & Safety on the Development Advisory Board; responds to the most difficult inquiries and complaints by the public; attends meetings and makes presentations, prepares reports, memoranda, letters and other forms of correspondence; and provides highly complex staff assistance to the Community Development Director. Exercises direct supervision over professional, technical and clerical staff.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The incumbent must have the ability to:

• Recommend goals and objectives; assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Manage, direct and organize plan check and building inspection activities; coordinate plan check and building inspection activities with other City departments, contractors and developers.
• Direct, oversee and participate in the development of the plan check building inspection work plan; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor work flow; review and evaluate work products, methods and procedures.
• Prepare the Division budgets; assist in budget implementation; participate in the forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; administer the approved budget.
• Participate in recommending the appointment of personnel; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; and implement discipline procedures.
• Supervise and participate in plan check and building inspection activities; evaluate the need for and develop procedures, methods and schedules.
• Provide technical and administrative assistance to the Community Development Director; develop, prepare and present reports, surveys and other administrative activities.
• Participate in professional and public meetings as required including job site and construction meetings.
• Oversee and direct Division office operations; maintain appropriate records and files; coordinate work flow.
• Assist in preparing presentations for City Council, Planning Commission, and the Design Advisory Board; assist in preparing ordinances and ordinance amendments related to building activities.
• Render interpretations of the building codes.
• Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. Incumbents may be required to lift, carry and/or push objects weighing 25 pounds or more. The position requires near and far vision when inspecting work. Incumbents may work in all weather conditions, and may be exposed to fumes, dust and air contaminants, drive motorized vehicles and work around moving traffic.

 

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES: The incumbent must have knowledge of: organizational and management practices as applied to the analysis and evaluation of programs, policies and operational needs; principles and techniques of budget development and administration; Principles and practices or organization, administration and personnel management; California Building Standards Code and the base model codes, as well as the referenced standards; principles of structural design, engineering mathematics and building inspection;  modern methods of building construction; research methods and sources of information related to building code enforcement; pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation; and modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment.  EXPERIENCE: Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in plan check and inspection of public, commercial, industrial and residential buildings including three years of supervisory experience. EDUCATION: Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in civil/structural engineering, architecture, business administration or a related field.

 

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California Driver’s License. Possession of International Code Council (ICC) certification as a Building Plans Examiner or Building Inspector is required. Possession of ICC certification as a Certified Building Official or obtain within 1 year. Registration as a Civil/Structural Engineer or Licensed as an Architect with the State of California is highly desired.

For more information and to apply, please visit:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Cupertino

Menlo Park Library seeks qualified candidates for on-call librarian positions in both the Adult and Youth Services divisions.

These extra-help, non-benefitted positions work on-call providing excellent customer service while performing a variety of professional library duties. Those duties could include reference, reader’s advisory, collection development and other tasks at a public information desk; leading events, programs or book clubs; digital literacy training for the public; and performing related work as assigned at the Menlo Park Main or Belle Haven branch library. A can-do attitude, a positive outlook, efficiency, approachability, and responsiveness to internal and external needs are all essential traits. Having a passion for libraries and a library's role in bridging technology gaps is required. Knowledge about technology, teaching and learning, and diversity is a must. Creativity, innovation, and flexibility are key to providing the quality of service our community deserves.

Schedules vary based on the needs of the library system. Both Menlo Park Library locations are open on Saturdays and Sundays. Selected candidates from this applicant pool may be assigned to work at either location. On-call librarian positions are scheduled for less than 20 hours per week and may not exceed 980 hours within a twelve (12) month period.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment to provide service to our library users within general policy and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Provide assistance to and advise patrons of all age groups in the effective use of the Library’s collection, facilities and services; demonstrate the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources; assist with digital downloads and respond to difficult or technical questions as they relate to the use of electronic resources. Compile subject bibliographies
• Answer readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources
• Develop an assigned area of the Library collection; review and analyze collection use; recommend books and materials for purchase based on patron needs and according to the variety of patron ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Participate in the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs or events for library patrons
• Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position

Please see click on the Job Description URL for full details about this position.

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

EXTRA-HELP PREPRESS SUPPORT TECHNICIAN

ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS

THE POSITION:

 

Under general supervision from the Community Relations Manager, provides excellent customer service and performs technical printing support to the Graphics department in support of the production of the Library’s marketing and outreach materials.  This includes skilled technical work, such as routine layout activities, utilizing a small offset press, printers, scanners, cameras, copy machines and computer software, bindery, and finishing equipment to prepare and produce a wide variety of printed materials. Please attach three (3) digital work samples to your application demonstrating your Illustrator and Photoshop skills.

 

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

 

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Performs production duties for printed materials produced: cutting, folding binding and other required steps to finalize collateral printed materials, such as flyers and posters.
• Creates soft and hard copy proofs for internal proofing and then as needed corrects, pre-flights and outputs files for offset and digital presses.
• Operates digital duplicator to produce routine high-volume precision work to produce a wide variety of one color materials, such as in-house forms, applications, and promotional materials, stationary, and business cards.

 

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Operation of offset duplicating machines, copier, bindery and finishing equipment such as collators, and folding machines.
• Pre-press production and printing processes and technology.
• Basic digital design and layout concepts, processes, and procedures, for reproduction, and layout.
• Basic computer operation and software in both Microsoft and Apple technologies.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Experience: Two (2) years of recent experience in basic layout and the operation of a digital production copier, offset machine and/or bindery in a reprographic or printing production centered environment.

Special Requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: physical effort and manual dexterity in the operation and maintenance of offset or other related equipment. May be required to perform lifting up to 50 pounds.

 

 

SALARY RANGE:               $21.20/hour

 

CLOSING DATE:                5:00 pm, Friday, November 22, 2019

 

 

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.

Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.

 

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application,

written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s).

 

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility.

 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

 

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur

during the active status of the list.

 

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

                                                                                                                       DECEMBER 2017

    FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

 

PREPRESS SUPPORT TECHNICIAN

Represented

 

Definition

Under general supervision, performs skilled technical work, including routine layout activities, utilizing a small offset press, printers, scanners, cameras, copy machines and computer software, bindery, and finishing equipment to prepare and produce a wide variety of printed materials. Sets up and maintains equipment and production supply inventory; archives and maintains files; ships and fills daily requests for printed collateral materials; and performs other duties as required.

 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Division Manager, Marketing Events & Community Services. Exercises no direct supervision of staff. 

 

Class Characteristics

This is a class that performs technical printing support to the graphic department in support of the production of the Library’s marketing and outreach materials.  The Prepress Support Technician differs from the Graphic Designer, in that the latter is responsible for the creative design of printed materials by working with clients and others involved in the creative process.

 

Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Performs production duties for printed materials produced: cutting, folding binding and other required steps to finalize collateral printed materials, such as flyers and posters.
• Assists with artwork layout and production of collateral printed materials, such as flyers and posters.
• Arranges and mounts typeset material and/or illustrations into paste-ups for printing reproduction, based on artists or editors' layouts.
• Enters, positions, and alters text size, using computers, to make up and arrange pages so that printed materials can be produced.
• Creates soft and hard copy proofs for internal proofing and then as needed corrects, pre-flights and outputs files for offset and digital presses.
• Sets up and prioritizes work assigned to maintain production schedule.
• Follows organizations Branding Graphics Standards in production of all printed materials.
• Operates digital duplicator to produce routine high-volume precision work to produce a wide variety of one color materials, such as in-house forms, applications, and promotional materials, stationary, and business cards.
• Maintains machines in good working order by cleaning, greasing and oiling; performs minor repairs when necessary; keeps work and storage areas orderly.
• Operates and sets up finishing equipment: including the large bindery machine, programmable cutter, digital folder, laminating, mounting and trimming machines, according to copy specifications and for different sized and weights of stock to produce printed materials.
• Maintains inventory of ink, paper stack and other materials needed for printing and production.
• Mounts paper onto foam core or matt board for display materials, signs, and promotional materials.
• Labels, distributes, and ships all printed promotional and collateral materials to branches on a daily basis through the system wide delivery system used in the organization.
• Fills all hard copy printed material orders for each branch daily as requested.
• Maintains files on the computer directory and filing system in an organized manner using file naming conventions based on current procedures, in order to ensure consistency of database information, file structure, and archiving.
• Learns new technologies and performs duties in an efficient, organized, and timely manner.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

 

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

 

• Operation of offset duplicating machines and other related to printing.
• Equipment such as, copier, bindery and finishing equipment such as collators, and

folding machines.

• Safe operation of printing and related machinery, fire prevention, safe handling and disposal of chemicals and the maintenance of the work and storage areas in an orderly manner.
• Grades, weights, and sizes of paper, kinds and uses of graphic ink and art chemicals.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Basic digital design and layout concepts, processes, and procedures, for reproduction, and layout.
• Pre-press production and printing processes and technology.
• Basic computer operation and software in both Microsoft and Apple technologies.
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and guidelines related to the projects and programs to which assigned.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by dealing with vendors, contractors, and Library staff.
• In-house and outside print production.

 

 

Ability to:

 

• Ensure that the proper format, appearance, and layout of text and images are set before the full print run.
• Review and proof for text, color, and design elements for accuracy.
• Respond to and effectively prioritize requests for service.
• Maintain equipment, trouble shoot, and perform minor repair procedures.
• Operate a computer and the basic software in both Microsoft and Apple technologies.
• Learn new software as require for assignment.
• Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.
• Communicate clearly and tactfully in both oral and written forms.
• Work with highly technical projects with defined deadlines.

• Work independently, organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Understand scope of authority in making independent decisions.
• Review situations accurately and determine appropriate course of action using judgment according to established policies and procedures.

• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain and update all equipment associated with Graphics unit.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

 

Experience: Two years of recent experience in basic layout and the operation of a digital production copier, offset machine and/or bindery in a reprographic or printing production centered environment.

 

Special Requirements: Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: physical effort and manual dexterity in the operation and maintenance of offset or other related equipment. May be required to perform lifting up to 50 pounds.

 

Licenses and Certifications:

 

None.

Physical Demands

 

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and finishing machines; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, and over the telephone. This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas. Finger dexterity is needed to use printing equipment, and access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Positions in this classification occasionally lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh up to fifty (50) pounds.

 

Environmental Elements

 

Employees work in a production office environment with varying noise levels from moderate to high based on equipment used, controlled temperature conditions, exposure to printing vapors, and to low-level hazardous physical substances. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

 

No unique or unusual working conditions apply to this position.