What are the responsibilities and job description for the Printing Planner Estimator II - Department of Finance position at City of Baltimore, MD?
POSTING DATE: 04/04/2025
SALARY RANGE: $50,797.00 - $61,402.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
ELIGIBILITY
Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.
EDUCATION ACCREDITATION
Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org.
CLASS DEFINITION
A Printing Planner and Estimator II reviews offset printing requests from City government agencies, estimates cost and copy and expedites the completion of printing jobs. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.
Incumbents receive general supervision from a technical superior. Employees work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where there is no exposure to environmental hazards. Work requires minimal physical exertion
SELECTION PROCESS
All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:
EDUCATION: Have Graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
AND
EXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience in printing planning, estimating, layout and imposition Including experience in typesetting, bindery operations, offset press and letterpress printing and negative and camera work.
OR
(NOTES) EQUIVALENCIES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience.
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the applications of offset press, letterpress, camera and bindery equipment to printing layout and composition.
- Ability to perform printing project layout, planning and cost estimating work.
- Ability to coordinate the scheduling and completion of a large number of printing projects.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain files and records.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.
BENEFITS
The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here:
https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at
Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.
NOTE: Those eligible candidates who are under final consideration for appointment to positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information.
Financial Disclosure:
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $50,797 - $61,402
