Lead Print Specialist

Position Title

Lead Print Specialist

Location

Big Rapids (Main Campus)

Department

51100 - Printing Services

Advertised Salary

$23.43 Hourly rate pursuant to the FSU and CTA/MEA-NEA Agreement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position.

Clerical Tech Association (CTA)

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Temporary/Continuing

Continuing

Part-Time/Full-Time

Full-Time

Union Group

Clerical-Technical Association (MEA-NEA)

Term of Position

12 Month

At Will/Just Cause

Just Cause

Summary of Position

The position involves operating digital and large format printing equipment and all associate activities, taking part in management of campus copier fleet and covering for manager when that person is out of the office

Position Type

Staff

Required Education

Associate’s Degree in Printing/Graphic Media or related field.

Satisfactory completion of two years of college or equivalent.

The listed requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered. Equivalency for education: Two years of full-time, related work experience equals one year of education.

Required Work Experience

At least two years work experience in a digital printing and large format environment with increasingly responsible duties. Two years of part time work are equivalent to one year of full-time work.

Required Licenses and Certifications

Physical Demands

• Office Environment
• Bending
• Carrying
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Climbing
• Driving
• Lifting
• Pulling/Pushing
• Repetitive movement
• Standing

Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered

Full-time experience with traditional print equipment, digital print and large-format equipment, and all associated support systems, including installation of large-format signage

Graphic Design Experience

Demonstrated experience with university systems such as Banner, Concur, etc.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Operates digital printing equipment and associated bindery equipment.
• Operates large-format printing equipment and associated finishing equipment.
• Performs installation of large-format projects as necessary.
• Schedules and prepares projects for printing and production using associated prepress and design programs such as Adobe products, Canva, Microsoft products, etc.
• Use MIS printing programs such as PrintSmith and Fiery.
• Organize workload to efficiently meet promised delivery dates.
• Recognize, analyze, troubleshoot, and make minor repairs to equipment. Contact service personnel, explain the problem in detail, and arrange repairs.
• Maintain adequate supply of paper and supplies, order if necessary, and ensure accuracy of materials inventory in the MIS system.
• Ensure the security of tests and confidential materials.
• Ensure the high quality of completed products.
• Provide lead support for the copier fleet and student printing programs on campus, working with others to provide services needed and with other departments to assist with support, installation, and maintenance of the copier fleet.
• Process reports for monthly chargebacks and upload to accounting.
• Monitor equipment and place calls for maintenance or service as required.
• Train and direct the work of student employees and part-time employees.
• Coordinate work assignments for full-time staff when needed.
• Maintain Concur and Banner records and prepare monthly balancing reports.
• Open and close the facility.
• Operate a cash register; balance daily receipts with cash sheets; prepare bank deposits.
• Report directly to the Print Services Manager.
• Perform certain duties to back up the Print Services Manager in the case of the manager's absence.
• Promote customer awareness of the variety of services provided
• Operate a university or personal vehicle safely while carrying out job responsibilities. Will authorize, pursuant to university policies and procedures, a driving record check, and will meet the driving authorization requirements through the course of employment in a position where you are authorized to drive a vehicle as part of your duties.
• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
• Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information pursuant to university policies and/or state or federal laws.
• Cultivates an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically.
• Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
• Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.

Marginal Duties/Responsibilities

Skills and Abilities

Communicate effectively.

Demonstrated logical and problem-solving skills.

Demonstrated knowledge of a printing operation and equipment.

Plan and utilize materials and supplies economically.

Supervise student employees.

Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse backgrounds, including cultural, educational, socioeconomic, and life experiences.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript 1

Optional Documents

Special Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of an unofficial transcript of their degree, if applicable. If you do not have a transcript, please write a justification explaining how your work experience is equivalent to the required education, and attach it instead of the transcript. Transcripts must include the institution name, the applicant's name, the date the degree was attained, and the degree awarded. The individual hired will be required to submit an official transcript (if applicable).

Initial Application Review Date

October 26, 2026

Open Until Position is Filled?

Yes

Posting Close Date

EEO Statement

Ferris State University, an Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to cultivating an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences within its community, allowing students, faculty, and staff to thrive authentically. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

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