Print Services Specialist - Digital Vinyl Printing

Fargo Public Schools; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fargo Public Schools' Print Center seeks a Print Services Specialist to operate digital printers, finishers, and large-format equipment. You will modify and prepare digital artwork, review requests for accuracy, and ensure timely completion of printing jobs for district needs.

The role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with Illustrator/InDesign/Acrobat, and the ability to coordinate with staff to manage production schedules and billing details.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience using computers and software to prepare/modify digital documents.
• Proficiency in Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat or similar software.
• Ability to learn and operate digital and finishing printing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Strong organizational, communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple requests.

Responsibilities

• Print Production and Finishing Priority: operate and maintain digital printing, specialty printing, and finishing equipment.
• Review print requests for accuracy, quality, and completion requirements.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate maintenance or repairs as needed.
• Package and prepare completed orders for distribution.
• Operate large-format and vinyl printing equipment for banners, signage, decals; resize/format files for production.
• Use graphics software to resize, adjust, and prepare files for production.
• Verify file dimensions and resolution to ensure quality output.
• Assist district employees with file preparation and production requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of print requests and completed orders; assist with scheduling.

Skills

Computers and software

Graphic file preparation

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Customer service

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Acrobat

GoSign

Onyx

Job description

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Schedule

12-months

Salary Range

Group 5 $20.62 - $25.65 per hour

Position Purpose

The Print Services Specialist supports district printing needs by operating and maintaining digital printing, specialty printing, and finishing equipment. The position prepares and modifies digital files, produces high-quality printed materials, and works with district employees to ensure printing requests are completed accurately and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Print Production and Finishing Priority: Essential | Percent of Time: 55% Examples of this work include:
• Operate digital printers, copiers, and production equipment to complete district printing requests.
• Operate finishing equipment, including cutters, folders, binding equipment, and other related machinery.
• Review print requests for accuracy, quality, and completion requirements.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate maintenance or repairs as needed.
• Package and prepare completed orders for distribution.
• Graphics and Specialty Printing Priority: Essential | Percent of Time: 25% Examples of this work include:
• Operate large-format and vinyl printing equipment to produce banners, posters, signage, decals, and other specialty materials.
• Prepare and modify existing digital artwork and documents for printing, including resizing, formatting, and adjusting files for production.
• Use graphics software, including Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, GoSign, and Onyx to resize, adjust, and prepare files for production.
• Verify file dimensions, resolution, formatting, and other specifications to ensure quality output.
• Perform cutting, trimming, and finishing of specialty printed materials.
• Assist district employees with file preparation and production requirements.
• Customer Service and Order Management Priority: Essential | Percent of Time: 15% Examples of this work include:
• Communicate with district employees regarding print requests, specifications, and timelines.
• Review incoming orders and clarify requirements as needed.
• Assist with scheduling and prioritizing production requests.
• Provide information about available Print Center services and capabilities.
• Maintain accurate records of print requests and completed orders.
• Print Center Operations and Support Priority: Essential | Percent of Time: 5% Examples of this work include:
• Assist with maintaining inventory and ordering paper, printing supplies, and other materials.
• Maintain production records and assist with billing information as needed.
• Collaborate with other Print Center employees to ensure timely completion of requests.
• Perform other duties of a similar level of responsibility as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience using computers and software applications to prepare, modify, or produce digital documents and graphics.
• Experience using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, or similar graphics and document preparation software.
• Ability to learn and operate digital printing, specialty printing, and finishing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to review materials for accuracy and quality.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while managing multiple requests and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in commercial printing, graphics production, or similar environment.
• Experience preparing and modifying digital artwork for printing, including resizing, formatting, and adjusting files for production.
• Experience operating digital production printers, large-format or vinyl printers, and related finishing equipment.

Reports To

Print Services Manager

Regular contact with district staff and administrators to coordinate printing requests, clarify specifications, and assist with digital file preparation. Works closely with Print Center staff to coordinate production schedules and complete orders. Occasional contact with vendors regarding printing equipment, supplies, and technical support. Requires clear communication, attention to detail, and customer service focus.

Freedom To Act

The incumbent works under the direction of the Print Services Manager. Routine decisions regarding printing methods, file preparation, equipment operation, production scheduling, and quality control are made independently. Unusual requests, significant equipment issues, major purchases, or matters requiring additional resources are referred to the supervisor. The incumbent is expected to take initiative to ensure printing requests are completed accurately and efficiently.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Use hands dexterously (use fingers to handle, feel, type)

Frequently

Walk

Frequently

Reach with hands and arms

Frequently

Sit

Frequently

Climb or balance

Occasionally

Talk or hear

Occasionally

Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl

Occasionally

Taste or smell

Rarely

Lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Occasionally

Work Environment

Work is performed primarily indoors in a print production environment. The noise level is typically moderate but can be loud when operating equipment. Exposure to moving mechanical parts, paper dust, and occasional use of cleaning solutions or toner occurs in the course of work. Office tasks are performed in a standard office setting with typical noise and interruptions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on a student's, parent's, guardian's, or employee's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or any other status protected by law.

Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), or Section 504 is directed to contact Dr. Patricia Cummings, Director of Compliance, who has been designated by the District to coordinate efforts to comply with the regulations regarding nondiscrimination.

The office address and telephone number of Dr. Cummings are as follows: 700 7th Street S., Fargo, North Dakota 58103, [phone].

If any person believes that the District or District staff have inadequately applied the regulations of (1) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, (2) Title IX of the Education Amendment Act of 1972, (3) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or (4) the Americans with Disabilities Act, they may bring forward a grievance to the District's Section Director of Compliance who serves as the 504 Coordinator. The District's grievance procedures are established to provide a prompt and equitable resolution of a complaint. However, it should be understood by the individual involved that a complaint can be made to the Office for Civil Rights without going through the District's grievance procedures:

U.S. Department of Education

Office for Civil Rights

Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg

400 Maryland Avenue, SW

Washington, DC 20202-1100