PRINTING PROCESS AND OPERATIONS PLANNER

California Department of General Services; West Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The California Department of General Services’ Printing Plant in the Digital Print and Mailing Services unit seeks a Scheduler to perform the full range of printing planning functions, develop methods and layouts, and advise on services that meet client needs and OSP capabilities.

The role may require travel and is a permanent, full-time, in-office position with standard 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM hours. Orientation toward ethics, integrity, and stewardship guides daily work within DGS.

Qualifications

• Experience in printing planning and operations.
• Ability to develop printing methods, layouts, and work processes.
• Provide consultations and recommendations to meet client needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of printing planning functions.
• Develop printing methods, layouts, and work processes with production staff.
• Provide consultations and recommendations on services meeting client needs.

Skills

Printing planning

Process optimization

Printing methods

Production collaboration

Job description

Excellence in the Business of Government!

Come join a team that creates:

• A collaborative team atmosphere founded upon ethics, integrity, and stewardship.
• A positive work environment that is open to change and invites its workforce to challenge processes.
• An opportunity for individuals to utilize their knowledge, skills, and experience to grow within the department.

Under general direction of the Printing Plant Superintendent in the Digital Print and Mailing Services unit, the Scheduler performs the full range of printing planning functions, works with production staff to develop printing methods, layouts, and work processes, and provides consultations and recommendations on the full range of services that meets the client's specific printing needs and Office of State Printing (OSP) capabilities. The performance of the duties will be accomplished in accordance with the guidelines of the DGS, OSP operations manual directives of Government Code, California Code of Regulations, and State Administrative Manual.

This position may require travel.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship by the start date of employment. The Department of General Services does not participate in E-Verify for employment authorization purposes.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity: A work culture that emphasizes a culture of diversity and inclusivity, offering tangible rewards and recognizing the intrinsic value of varied perspectives and collaboration.
• Career Growth and Training: A focus on career growth and training in an effort to engage and retain a diverse talent pool that aligns with the organization's mission and vision.
• Competitive Rewards: Employees enjoy world-class benefits packages, attractive salaries, and robust pension plans, reflecting a commitment to employee well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is fostered through measures like telework and adjustable schedules, allowing personal and professional lives to thrive together.
• Learning and Development: Emphasizing on continuous learning, DGS offers onsite and virtual Statewide Training programs to ensure that employees remain at the cutting edge of their fields.
• Generous State Benefits: Comprehensive health and dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year, paid time off, defined benefit retirement program, commute program, employee wellness programs, employee assistance programs, and medical/dependent care reimbursement accounts.
• Free on-site parking

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• PRINTING PROCESS AND OPERATIONS PLANNER

Additional Documents

• Job Application Package Checklist
• Duty Statement

Job Code #: JC-532354

Position #(s):

331-110-7230-001

Classification: PRINTING PROCESS AND OPERATIONS PLANNER

$5,491.00 - $6,805.00 A

$6,020.00 - $7,480.00 B

# of Positions: 1

Work Location:

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Work Shift:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Week: Monday - Friday

Department Information

The Department of General Services (DGS) Core Values and Employee Expectations are key to the success of the Department's Mission. That mission is to "Deliver results by providing timely, cost-effective services and products that support our customers." DGS employees are to adhere to the Core Values and Employee Expectations, and to perform their duties in a way that exhibits and promotes those values and expectations.

Department Website: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/dgs/home.aspx

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
• Employment History on the STD 678 (State Application) must be complete and include employment dates, accurate hours per week, total time worked, duties and responsibilities performed, and contact names and phone numbers of supervisors. License and Certification numbers included on the STD 678 must include issue date and expiration date. Failure to indicate issue and expiration dates will result in disqualification. Resumes or other documents cannot substitute the STD 678 (State Application). Applicants who fail to submit a completed STD 678 (State Application) may be disqualified. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to an interview.
• Applicants who completed their education outside of the United States (with foreign degrees/transcripts) must obtain and submit verification of US course/degree equivalency. Foreign education credential evaluation services can be found at NACES | National Association of Credential Evaluation Services.

Application Instructions

Final Filing Date: 9/30/2026

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Required Application Package Documents

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications -
• REQUIRED – Statement of Qualifications. Please see the Statement of Qualifications section on the job advertisement for details and instructions.

Desirable Qualifications

• Self-starter with a demonstrated history of showing initiative
• Knowledge of print estimating or process planning
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment