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A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.
Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,300 undergraduate and graduate students and 39,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Job Description:
Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for the position of Digital Printing Technician / Printing Technician III (00177) in Printing Services. The Lancer Print Shop provides the highest quality printed material, copies, and service in the most efficient, courteous manner. The Digital Production Technician will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all Digital Printing presses, providing excellent quality and workmanship for the faculty, staff, and students of Longwood University.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare documents, complex reports, brochures, and multi-colored documents for digital re-production
- Operate Digital Printing presses
- Operate digital engraver
- Maintain web-based digital ordering system
- Communicate with customers on projects, providing excellent customer service
- Provide operational support as necessary in the customer service areas to include fulfilling financial transactions according to university policy
- Operate bindery equipment (perfect binder, stitcher, spiral binding machine, padding press) and fulfillment equipment (booklet maker, drill press, cutter)
- Maintain proficiency in fulfilling orders as well as completing orders by scheduled due date
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Extensive customer service experience
- Experience with Mac computers
- Working knowledge of general printing practices to prepare for digital reproduction
- Extensive computer experience including MS Office, required; Adobe Acrobat and Adobe Suite, preferred
- Experience operating printing equipment to include digital presses, bindery equipment, digital engraver, high-speed printers, and copiers, preferred
- Experience with wide format equipment such as Roland XR-640 or an approved equivalent
- Knowledge of wide format production, mechanical assembly, and sign/banner manufacturing
- Mechanical ability to provide weekly preventative maintenance in include calibration, cleaning, oiling, etc. of existing equipment
- Forklift training desired but can be provided once hired
- Demonstrated Ability to safely lift and carry up to 50 pounds
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, classified, non-exempt position in a pay band 3. A successful criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include:
- State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
- Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
- Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
- Life & Long-Term care insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon
- Educational benefits for most employees
- Fitness Center membership less expensive than most
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in need of accommodations in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu
Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.
A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately. Position will be posted a minimum of five business days, position posted 11/16/2023. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online application and attach a resume, cover letter, and any other documents to be included with your application materials.
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