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Director of Print Production

The New York City Council, an equal opportunity employer, is seeking a Director of Print Production to manage and oversee the production of Council Member and Central Staff printing requests to meet deadlines.

SALARY RANGE:

$125,000 to $155,000

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Supervise staff by assigning work impartially, clearly and in a well-organized manner so that staff is fully aware of job responsibilities.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with printing equipment.
  • Prepare and manage printing budgets.
  • Liaison with printing machine manufacturer and service vendors.
  • Coordinate with the Council’s Community Engagement Division on printing needs, layouts and deadlines.
  • Plan for the most efficient and cost effective operation of the Council’s Printing Center.
  • Recommend type of printing and binding to achieve the best product.
  • Determine and procure the resources necessary to satisfy Council requirements.
  • Enforce work policy and follow city and state government safety standards in the Printing Center.
  • Ensuring quality control standards are followed, training staff to operate printing and binding machines.
  • Maintain and manage printing paper stock inventory.
  • Assist with troubleshooting off-site Council Member District Office printing issues.
  • Work with Council’s Information Technology department on technical connection matters.
  • Evening and weekend services, as needed  
  • Perform other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of five years’ experience as a Bindery Equipment Operator and Printing Press Operator.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Indesign CC; Photoshop CC; QuarkXpress 10; Edging; Vision engraving
  • Proficiency with operation and maintenance of the following printing and binding machines:
    • Duplo DPB-500 Binder
    • Duplo DC 618 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser.
    • Polar N 92 PLUS is a 36″ cutter.
    • BAUM 20 PFF
    • HP Latex R1000 Plus Printer with Tables.
    • Quantity 2 – HP DesignJet Z6 Pro 64-in Printer.
    • Tamerica TCC-1200HC 45” Hot and Cold Laminator.
    • Xerox® Iridesse® Production Press Base Printing System (without RIP)
  • Experience in managing and overseeing staff.
  • Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills, as well as the ability to multitask.
  • Experience using desktop computers with software packages such as Microsoft Office or other software programs.
  • Able to learn new material quickly and upgrade skills.
  • Able to easily digest and analyze large amounts of information quickly as well as coordinate information from multiple parties to form agendas for high level meetings.
  • Highly organized, professional and efficient.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New York City residency required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans, deferred compensation plans, group life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, training resources, health & fitness reimbursement and wellness programs are also available.

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to:

E-MAIL:         counciljobs@council.nyc.gov   

MAIL:             New York City Council

Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (DPP)

250 Broadway, 26th Floor

New York, New York 10007

FAX:               (212) 401-4711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregn