Vocational Workshop Instructor - Print Shop North County
Vocational Workshop Instructor - Print Shop North County
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Position/Program Information
- POSITIONS WILL BE ASSIGNED TO NORTH COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITYFIRST DAY OF FILINGSEPTEMBER 12 2024 AT 8:00 A.M. (PT)THE FILING PERIOD MY BE SUSPENDED AT ANY TIME WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THIS EXAMINATION MAY REOPEN AS THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE ARE MET.NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD NO EXCEPTIONS.EXAM NUMBERJ8598ATYPE OF RECRUITMENTOPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM:
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest publicsector benefits packages in the nation:- Flexible Benefit Plans The County provides each employee with a monthly benefit allowance they can use to pay for benefits allowing employees to choose among a variety of pretax and aftertax benefits that include Medical and Dental coverage Group Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Health Care Spending Accounts Longterm Disability Health Insurance Subsidized Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
- Robust Retirement Packages Contributorydefined benefit plan; optional taxdeferred income plans that may include a County matching contribution up to 4 of employees salary.
- Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits.
- Thirteen 13 paid holidays per year.
CLASSIFICATION STANDARDSPositions allocated to this classification report to higherlevel management and are distinguished by their responsibility for preparing committed individuals to become productive and contributing members of society by providing training in trade and vocational skills necessary to gain employment and in developing socially acceptable attitudes and interests. Incumbents provide individual and group instruction and are responsible for supervising the conduct of the students while in the classroom or workshop.
Essential Job Functions
Supervises the training of inmates in the use of shop equipment by instructing them in printing bindery and printfinishing operations: reviewing their work; maintaining workflow; advising them of those areas needing improvement; suggesting means of overcoming deficiencies; evaluating work; etc. in order to ensure: the maximum participation of inmates; adequate production levels; inmates achieve and maintain selfsufficiency.
Supervises the use of equipment by reviewing/inspecting the work; providing guidance and technical expertise; monitoring; training; coaching; etc. in order to: a) ensure proper utilization of equipment tools and supplies and b) prevent accidents to inmates and employees.
Performs needs analysis by evaluating inmate work interests aptitudes muscle strength tolerance mechanical ability; etc. in order to: a) provide the appropriate training in trade and vocational skills necessary to gain employment and b) develop socially acceptable attitudes and interests.
Maintains records of inmate work and work habits by gathering/collecting records; entering records into computer; etc. in order to ensure accurate record keeping.
Determines work schedule and standards for inmates by determining inmate skill sets/experience; determining appropriate department assignment based on length of stay; etc. in order to produce printed products in a timely manner for the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department and other clients.
Coordinates work production with other divisions or County departments by assessing the current workload; having production meetings; collaborating with other instructors and staff; etc. in order to produce printed products in a timely and efficient manner for the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department and other clients.
Supervises the issuance repair and maintenance of shop equipment and materials by reviewing maintenance documentation/emails; informing supervisors of maintenance requirements; etc. in order to: a) keep the printing equipment in proper working condition and b) maximize production efficiency and safety.Requirements
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Option I:
Completion of 60 semester units or the equivalent quarter units in an accredited college or university* with specialization in education manual arts industry arts AND One year of experience in the field of vocational rehabilitation vocational instruction or as a foreperson in industry.
Option II:
Five years of experience in the field of offset printing or binding.**
**Possession of a Standard Designated Subjects Trade and Technical Teaching Credential authorizing teaching in the field of offset printing or binding will be accepted for the required experience.
LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to perform essential jobrelated functions.
PHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class II Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10pound limit and some bending stooping or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.
SPECIAL REQUREMENT INFORMATION
*In order to receive credit for the required coursework and/or degree you MUST include a legible copy of the official degree official transcripts or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization and/or a legible copy of the official certificate with your online application at the time of filing or within seven 7 calendar days from the date of application filing.Please submit documentation to and indicate your name the exam title and the exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the education requirement.
**In order to receive credit for the Standard Designated Subjects Trade and Technical Teaching Credential you MUST include a legible copy of the official credential from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing at the time of filing or within seven 7 calendar days from the date of application filing. Please submit documentation toand indicate your name the exam title and the exam number.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Credit will be given to applicants who possess DESIREABLE qualifications and indicate so on their employment application at the time of filing.
An Associates degree Bachelors degree or higher from an accredited college or university with a specialization in Graphic Design Manufacturing Technology/Engineering or Process Related or a closely related field.
Fulltime work experience**** providing training in trades and vocational skills; providing individual and group instruction; preparing committed individuals to become productive and contributing members of society.
****Fulltime work experience is evaluated on the basis of a 40hour work week.
Experience with print job and workflow management; print production; a variety of print equipment (must be with small midsize and large multicolor offset printing presses); bindery and finishing.
Supervisory and/or acting supervisor experience*** training and/or motivating employees; promoting employee safety; handling employee grievances; monitoring and reviewing the work of employees; documenting and implementing disciplinary action; directing and evaluating the performance of employees; planning assigning and delegating assignments to employees; participating in employee hiring appointment and termination processes.
***Supervision refers to providing direct administration and technical supervision to include planning assigning and reviewing work of staff (typically three 3 to ten 10 employees) evaluating employee performance approving leaves of absence counseling and recommending discipline.
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
As part of this application process applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The supplemental questionnaire contains a preinvestigative questionnaire which will be utilized as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department. Applicants who fail the preinvestigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait twelve 12 months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.Additional Information
EXAMINATION CONTENT
This examination will consist of two 2 parts weighted 100.
PART I
A multiple choice and/or simulation assessment(s) weighted 35 assessing:- Responsibility
- Accepts Others
- Shows Courtesy
- Maintains Good Working Relationships
- Analyzes Information
- Learns Quickly
- Works to High Quality Standards
- Complies with Rules and Regulations
- Adapts to Change
- Controls Emotions
- Works Energetically
- Achievement
- Willingness to Learn
- Management Potential
PART II
A Training and Experience evaluation based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire weighted 65. The Training and Experience evaluation will assess the following:- Education
- Work Duties
- Print Workshop Experience
- Supervisor Experience
TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS
Applicants who have taken identical components recently for other exams may have their responses automatically transferred to this examination.
This examination contains test components that may be used in the future for new examinations and your test responses may be transferred.
APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE SELECTION REQUIREMENTS AND RECEIVE A COMBINED PASSING SCORE ON PARTS I AND II OF 70 OR HIGHER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE REGISTER.
TEST PREPARATION
Study guides and other test preparation resources are available to help candidates prepare for employment tests. While the guides will help you prepare for the test we advise you to review all related materials that you deem necessary.- An interactive Online Test Preparation System for taking practice tests may be accessed on the Department of Human Resources website at Please click on Find a Job and then Job Search Toolkit. Test preparation information is located under the Employment Test Assistance section.
- Additional online practice tests are available at CREDIT
If you served in the military and were honorably discharged you may qualify for Veterans Credit. To receive this credit please include a copy of your DD214 Form issued by the branch of service with your application for review.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION
The names of candidates receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of promulgation. Applications will be processed on an as received basis and promulgated to the register accordingly.
NO PERSON MAY COMPETE IN THIS EXAMINATION MORE THAN ONCE EVERY TWELVE 12 MONTHS.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTGATION INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations 3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; atfault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED
The Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department (Department) has a zero tolerancepolicy for its employees for the following:- use of narcotics controlled substances and/or prescription without a prescription
VACANCY INFORMATION
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department Custody Services Division North County Correctional Facility.
AVAILABLE SHIFT: Day Shift.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE ONLY APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED BY U.S. MAIL FAX OR IN PERSON WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.
All applicants are required to submit a Standard County of Los Angeles Employment application and supplemental questionnaireONLINE only. Resumes cannot be accepted in lieu of applications although resumes and supporting documents may be uploaded as attachments to the online application.
Fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely. Provide any relevant education training and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for the job. All information is subject to verification and applications may be rejected at any time during the selection process.
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the SELECTION REQUIREMENTS and you have completely filled out your application.
Apply online by clicking on the green Apply button at the top right of this posting. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronicallybefore 5:00 p.m. PT on the last day of filing.
NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD NO EXCEPTIONS.
Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the 5:00 P.M. (PT) deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address and if you already have a job seeker account on you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.
IMPORTANT NOTES- Please note ALL information included in the application materials is subject to VERIFICATION at any point during the examination and hiring process including after an appointment has been made.
- FALSIFICATION of any information may result in DISQUALIFICATION or RESCISSION OF APPOINTMENT.
- Utilizing VERBIAGE from Class Specification and Selection Requirements serving as your description of duties WILL NOT be sufficient to demonstrate that you meet the requirements. Doing so may result in an INCOMPLETE APPLICATION and you may be DISQUALIFIED.
- All notices including invitation letters results letters and notices of nonacceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add and to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail. Please note if you opt out of receiving emails you can visit governmentjobs log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent for your records.
SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal Law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.
NO SHARING OF USER ID AND PASSWORD: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member of friends user ID and password may erase a candidates original application record.
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
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Equal Employment Opportunity/NonDiscrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to nondiscrimination in the County workforce regardless of age 40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information please visit: Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations please visit: Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job and will also consider potential mitigating factors which may include but is not limited to evidence and extent of rehabilitation recency of the offense(s) and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952.
Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at .Revised January 2025
Employment Type
Full-Time
