DIGITAL COMPOSITION SPECIALIST III

Department of General Services

Job Description and Duties
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 the direction of an Associate Printing Plant Superintendent, in Electronic PrePress, this position independently performs the most complex work utilizing high-end software applications and a variety of equipment in order to develop layout formats for final publication to ensure client expectations are met in accordance with the job specifications and Office of State Publishing (OSP) policies, procedures and guidelines.

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.

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 parking and four-hour electric vehicle charging available

Position Details Job Code #: JC-519391
Position #(s): 331-201-7258-004, 331-201-7258-005
Working Title: DIGITAL COMPOSITION SPECIALIST III
Classification: DIGITAL COMPOSITION SPECIALIST III
# of Positions: 2
Work Location: Yolo County
Telework: In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Work Shift: 2:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
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.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance 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.

Desirable Qualifications In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and PitStop for file preparation and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge of offset printing processes, including trapping, imposition, color management, and plate-making.
• Experience with preflight analysis to ensure files meet press specifications and prevent production delays.
• Familiarity with PDF/X standards and other industry best practices for print-ready files.
• Ability to identify and resolve complex file issues before production.
• Skilled in applying color corrections and ensuring accurate CMYK conversions for high-quality output.
• Detail-oriented approach to verifying proofs and press contracts for compliance with specifications.
• Experience coordinating time-sensitive projects with multiple stakeholders (customers, planners, press operators).
• Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain production schedules under tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills to act as a liaison between clients and internal teams.
• Ability to provide clear recommendations and updates to management and customers.

Benefits There are many benefits to joining our team! The State of California has a generous benefits package, some benefits include:

• Medical Benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Holidays and leave
• Defined benefit retirement program
• Savings Plus Program (401(k), 457)
• Commute Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts

Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.