Southwestern Community College District (SWCCD) is committed to meeting the educational goals of its students in an inclusive environment that promotes intellectual growth and develops human potential. We are the leader in equitable education that transforms the lives of students and communities.

SWCCD employees are collegial and collaborative. They demonstrate the highest degree of professionalism, integrity and respect when interacting with students, colleagues, leadership and members of the Jaguar community. Our employees actively honor and respect diversity to foster a safe and welcoming community where all are inspired to participate and realize a sense of belonging.

Incumbents exhibit an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and employees, including those with physical or learning disabilities, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Description

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Director of Procurement, Central Services & Risk Management, plan, organize, coordinate and oversee the day-to-day operations of the print shop; prioritize, assign and participate in print production work; perform a variety of specialized and technical Print Shop activities to support printing operations; operate an automated in-line digital system and perform maintenance and repair on print shop equipment as appropriate.

Qualifications

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination equivalent to: Graduation from high school supplemented with college-level course work in computerized graphic arts area
AND 
Three (3) years of increasing responsible experience in duplication center.


DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associates Degree in Graphic Design or related field.

• One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement.
• If specifically referenced (i.e. degree 'or equivalent'), related experience that is above the minimum requirement may be substituted for education on a year for year basis.

• Additional assessment is required for applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States. Applicants must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) and must submit a copy of the evaluation with the application.

 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Technical knowledge required in pre-flighting files for output.
• Principles and practice of providing training and guidance.
• Proper methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in set up, operation, maintenance and repair of printing, bindery, and related equipment.
• Paper stocks, sizes, and inks.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

Ability to:

• Plan, organize and assist in prioritizing duplicating services to assure maximum efficiency and quality products in a timely manner.
• Perform skilled set up, operation and maintenance of a variety of duplicating, bindery, printing, and related equipment.
• Develop and implement improved procedures and processes to maximize print shop operational efficiency.
• Train others in the proper methods, materials and tools used in the operation and maintenance of duplicating, bindery, printing, and related equipment.
• Operate standard Digital duplicating machine and peripheral equipment.
• Maintain inventory.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Meet schedules and short timelines.
• Learn and adapt to changing technology and equipment used in the performance of assigned duties.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Print Shop Coordinator (Download PDF reader)

 

Duties

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Plan, organize and perform printing services for the College District to assure timely and effective services; maintain prescribed standards of work production.
2. Coordinate, train, and provide work guidance to employees, including student workers; provide advice and assistance to others regarding proper application of duplicating processes, paper weights and sizes, inks and other related materials and information.
3. Implement and maintain a preventive maintenance program to oil, grease, adjust and clean presses to assure effective operation; adjust and repair equipment and install replacement parts as appropriate; determine service and repair needs and schedule appropriate service with outside agencies, as necessary.
4. Operate an automated in-line digital system and perform maintenance and repair on print shop equipment as appropriate; operate digital equipment in the reproduction of materials such as bulletins, booklets, forms, graphs, and special publications for the College District.
5. Initiate phone calls to resolve printing problems and to provide or obtain information; communicate with vendor representatives concerning use of product, including negotiation of pricing and delivery to meet the College District needs.
6. Develop and implement improved working procedures to maximize efficiency of the printshop; estimate and calculate accurate time and materials needed and maintain and submit records according to established procedures; maintain a variety of related records and reports as directed.
7. Ensure that all copyright permissions and regulations are followed by the staff assigned to the Central Services and Print Shop Departments, including performing regular updates and posting the information in the College District Website for public and in-house access.
8. Attend planning meetings as needed related to College District large events to provide input on guidelines and College District Policies and Procedures related to Print Shop requests.

 

Supplemental Information

SALARY SCHEDULE: CSEA - Classified Bargaining Unit (Download PDF reader)


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Environment: Work is performed in a shop environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, potentially hazardous chemicals, noxious odors, and gases; works near moving mechanical arts; extended period of time viewing a computer monitor; exposure to noise from working in a production area.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a mechanic shop environment; walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, and twist; push, pull, lift, and/or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weights; operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and verbally communicate to exchange information. 

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; and to operate assigned equipment. 

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

TENTATIVE TIMELINE: Any application received after the deadline is not guaranteed a review.

November 4-15, 2024	Position advertised; District receives applications
November 15, 2024	Initial screening deadline for guaranteed consideration.
November 25-December 6, 2024	Reviewing of applications.
December 9-13, 2024	Search Committee interviews candidates
January, 2024	Tentative employment start date pending Governing Board approval.

 

 

Application Process:

A confirmation email will be sent once your application packet has been successfully submitted.

It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all required application materials are submitted by the initial screening deadline date, including a current resume, and unofficial transcripts showing awarded degree(s) and completion date, as well as any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Failure to submit supporting documentations may result in an incomplete application.

A separate, complete application packet is required for each position for which you are applying for. All materials included in your application packet become SWCCD property, will not be returned, will not be copied, and will be considered for this opening only.

A screening committee will evaluate applicants, taking into account the breadth and depth of relevant education, training, experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

 

INTERVIEW TRAVEL COSTS MUST BE BORNE BY THE APPLICANT.

 

If additional positions become available in this classification, applications received in response to this posting may be considered for those additional positions for up to 90 days after final board approval.

Candidates selected for employment with SWCCD must be fingerprinted by an electronic fingerprinting service (i.e. LiveScan) within 10 days of employment; provide clearance of tuberculosis (dated within the past 4 years and renewed every four years as a condition of continued employment) within 60 days of employment; provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Successful candidate selected may be assigned to any of the campus sites (Chula Vista, Crown Cove, National City, Otay Mesa, and/or San Ysidro).

 

American with Disabilities (ADA):

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to candidates with verified disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made as soon as practical by calling Human Resources at (619) 482-6395.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

As an Equal Opportunity Employer and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SWCCD will make reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

SWCCD shall not discriminate against any person in employment or in any program affiliated with the SWCCD on the basis of age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.


Notice of Availability of the Annual Security Report:

SWCCD is committed to assisting all members of the community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report is available on the SWCPD website.

If you would like to receive a hard copy of the Annual Security Report, which contains this information, you can stop by the College Police Department or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (619) 482-6390.


Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Plan (DAAPP):

More information about the DAAPP, including the Biennial report and additional resources can be found in the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program website.