Director of Legislative Publications

This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Legislative Publications Office.

This job may be eligible for telework opportunities.

• Assist in the direct supervision of supervisors and staff in the graphics, prepress, press, bindery, digital, mail and data departments of the Legislative Publications Office
• Assume duties of absent managers
• Assist department supervisors with personnel matters
• Ensure department staff adheres to and follows Caucus policy
• Conduct performance reviews with department managers
• Maintain a solid internal working relationship with the office of the Chief Clerk, Legislative Communications Office, Office of Financial Management, Human Resources and Democratic Information Technologies
• Maintain a solid external working relationship with numerous outside vendors for consumables, sales, service and software
• Review incoming publication and mail requests and provide final print production approval
• Perform monthly mail and expense audits
• Assigning job priorities to supervisors and staff
• Respond to email/phone inquiries from Members and staff regarding work request feasibility, timeframes and alternatives
• Communicate with staff on job progress and ensure proper Member or staff is notified
• Assist staff that may need additional help or guidance to meet deadlines
• Serve as the timekeeper for the Legislative Publications Office
• Direct and advise on action plans for equipment repair and technical issues
• Conduct training seminars for new staff
• Assist in reviewing and recommending equipment purchases, leases and contracts to the Chief Clerk
• Advise and inform facilities manager of any building issues that require attention
• Requires onsite management and support of team members, staff, and Members, especially during Session. Session essential employees must be physically present at the worksite on Session Days.

• Associates degree in related field and five years of related experience and/ or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Knowledge of MS Office
• Regularly required to lift or move up to 50 pounds
• Knowledge of printing, graphics and mail procedures preferred
• Knowledge of USPS regulations for pre-sort standard mail preferred
• Knowledge of Bulk Mailer Business preferred
• Ability to work overtime evenings and weekends as needed

• Understands the important nature of achieving objectives assigned and meeting commitments made by the Legislative Publications Office.
• Willingness to crosstrain/assist in other areas of the Legislative Publications Office.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to elevated. Ear protection is provided and encouraged.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving parts and hot surfaces
• Some mild chemical and odor exposure is present
• Ability to work overtime evenings and weekends as needed