University System of Maryland          Job Class Specification TITLE: PS PRINT SERVICES SUPERVISOR I JOB CODE: N10PF1 FLSA: NONEXEMPT JOB TYPE: SYSTEMWIDE EEO6: H60 JOB FAMILY/SERIES: PRT IPED-SOC: 51-1011

APPROVED BY: Chancellor Donald N. Langenberg EFFECTIVE DATE: 07/01/1996

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, functions as a supervisor responsible for
one or more major print services functions such as pre-press or copy
center. May supervise a small print services operation.

PRIMARY DUTIES

1.  Supervises and trains subordinate personnel; determines work
    priorities; plans, schedules, assigns and reviews work.

2.  Coordinates the completion of jobs throughout the production
    process.  Recommends appropriate techniques to increase quality
    and effectiveness of jobs and provides technical supervision.

3.  Initiates and prepares various reports, requisitions, and
    documentation related to supplies, inventory and hazardous waste
    disposal.  Maintains records of production activities and provides
    production cost estimates.

4.  Oversees the operational readiness and safety of equipment.
    Cleans, adjusts and performs routine repairs and maintenance of
    equipment as needed.

5.  Responds to customer service inquiries and requests.

6.  Maintains records of production activities and provides production
    cost estimates.

7.  Operates printing equipment such as high speed copiers and
    pre-press equipment.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a
representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of
this job. Incumbents perform other related duties assigned. Specific
duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:  High School Diploma or GED

EXPERIENCE: Four years progressively responsible experience in a print
services unit which involved the operation of duplicating and/or
offset printing equipment.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

General knowledge of the operation and maintenance of offset printing
presses and/or duplicating equipment; of paper weights and reactions
to various printing and duplicating processes and inks; of the layout
of materials for printing and publication.  Elementary knowledge of
office practices and procedures.  Skill in setting up, operating and
maintaining assigned equipment.  Ability to communicate effectively
both orally and in writing; to establish and maintain effective work
relationships; to follow oral and written instructions; to plan and
supervise the work of assigned print services personnel; to estimate
supply and equipment needs; to lift, transport, and stock supplies,
paper and related equipment; to perceive normal color spectrum; to
wear and work in protective equipment.

OTHER: Except for qualifications established by law, additional
related experience and formal education in which one has gained the
knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the
work of the job class may be substituted for the education or
experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college
credits being equivalent to one year of experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries
and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job.

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