Security Sensitive Position?: Yes
Hours of Work: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F
Posting Number: TSU203117
Official TSU Title: MGR PRINT SHOP OPERATIONS
Grant Title: N/A
Job Description Summary / TWC Summary: The Operations Manager in the Print Shop manages pre-press and offset Operators in the Printing Department. The Operations Manager also provides price estimates on printing orders; and receives and responds to customer questions, inquiries, and printing needs.
Essential Duties Summary: Manages, plans, prioritizes, and coordinates the overall operations and activities of the pre-press and offset operators. Supervises and/or recommends various personnel actions including, but not limited to, hiring, work assignment and reassignment, performance evaluation, problem resolution, compensation, and scheduling time off. Provides training and counseling to assigned staff. Ensures that staff adheres to policies and procedures. Assists in communicating with University personnel throughout the entire process regarding pricing, job specifications and job status. Determines job specifications such as paper type, amount and size of typesetting, number of ink colors, number of pages, final trim size, bindery requirements, quantity, and printing method. Prepares estimates and provides information to customers. Oversees daily inspection of work areas and equipment to ensure compliance with quality and quantity standards and departmental standards and policies. Assists with research of various jobs print jobs and prepares requisitions for training purposes for print shop staff. Provides on-going graphic design training as needed. Assists in developing, outsourcing guidelines and coordinates the procurement outsourced printing according to state guidelines. Authorizes projects for outsourcing and communicates with selected venders. Assists in problem solving and record keeping. Monitors paper stock levels and buys paper products to maintain required stock levels. Performs other duties as assigned. % FTE: 1.0
Hiring Range: $48,273.00 - $60,341.00
Education: Bachelor's Degree.
Required Licensing/Certification: N/A
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of: Federal, State, Local, and County laws. Policies, procedures, and practices. Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications. Skill in: Effective customer service. Problem-solving and decision-making. Multitasking and time management. Strong organizational. Interpersonal. Both verbal and written communication. Ability to: Prepare detailed reports. Work independently. Communicate effectively with the ability to articulate a vision and strategy in a way that inspires and motivates a team and focuses their energy on achieving business goals. Detail-oriented with the ability to oversee projects from origin through execution. Work Experience: Five (5) years of related experience. Requires working knowledge of specialized practices, equipment, and procedures. Working/Environmental Conditions: Prolonged standing and/or walking. Handling light weight objects. Using or carrying equipment. UA EEO Statement: It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures Close Date: 05/15/2024
Open Until Filled (overrides close field) : No
Special Instructions to Applicants: Open to internal applicants only.
