VOCATIONAL WORKSHOP INSTRUCTOR - PRINT SHOP / NORTH COUNTY

Position/Program Information

POSITIONS WILL BE ASSIGNED TO NORTH COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY

FIRST DAY OF FILING

SEPTEMBER 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 NUMBER

J8598A

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY

REASONS TO JOIN OUR TEAM:

Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector 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 pre-tax and after-tax benefits that include Medical and Dental coverage, Group Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, Health Care Spending Accounts, Long-term Disability Health Insurance, Subsidized Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
• Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a County matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary.
• Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits.
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year.

For more details on employee benefits, please visit https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/ .

DEFINITION
Provides instruction in trade and vocational subjects and supervises patients or inmates at a County hospital or institution.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS

Positions allocated to this classification report to higher-level 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 print-finishing 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 self-sufficiency.

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 job-related 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 10-pound 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 sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org 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 to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and 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 Associate's degree, Bachelor's 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.

Full-time 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.

****Full-time work experience is evaluated on the basis of a 40-hour 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 pre-investigative 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 Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative 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

MULTIPLE CHOICE AND/OR SIMULATION ASSESSMENTS ARE NOT REVIEWABLE BY CANDIDATES PER CIVIL SERVICE RULE 7.19.

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 http://hr.lacounty.gov/ . 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 https://www.shldirect.com/en-us/practice-tests/ .

VETERAN'S CREDIT
If you served in the military and were honorably discharged, you may qualify for Veteran's 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; at-fault 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 Sheriff's Department (Department) has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following:

• use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription

Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

VACANCY INFORMATION
The eligible register resulting from this examination will be used to fill vacancies in the Los Angeles County Sheriff's 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 questionnaire ONLINE 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 electronically before 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 www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , 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.

CORRESPONDENCE AND UPDATES WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL

• All notices including invitation letters, results letters, and notices of non-acceptance will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application. It is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add selockwo@lasd.org, yrodriguez@hr.lacounty.gov, talentcentral@shl.com, donot-reply@amcatmail.com, and info@governmentjobs.com 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.com, log into your profile and check your inbox. The inbox retains a copy of all emails sent, for your records.

NOTE: Candidates who apply online must upload any required documents as attachments during application submission. If you are unable to attach required documents, you may fax the documents to (323) 415-2580 or email the documents to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org at the time of filing or within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application filing. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Please include your Name, the Exam Number, and the Exam Title on the faxed documents.

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 friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621
Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251
Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611
Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org
For more information on Employment Information, click on the link below.
http://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/247636_EmploymentInformation.pdf (Download PDF reader)

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