<p>Description and Functions</p> <p>Open Until Filled</p> <p>GENERAL DESCRIPTION:</p> <p>The Wyoming Department of Transportation is seeking someone to manage the entire operation of the license plate plant. This unique job is only available at the Department of Transportation. This position will be responsible for leading all the efforts necessary in the training, development, and certification of shop employees in the production of Wyoming License plates. This position works closely with contract employees with intellectual disabilities. This position is responsible for setting and controlling a budget and supervising a small number of shop employees and a group of contract employees with intellectual disabilities.</p> <p>This position offers This Position Offers:</p> <ul> <li>$2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligibility details in Notes Section) </li><li>Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus Short- and Long-Term Disability </li><li>A Secure Future: Pension Plan with a 14.94% state contribution </li><li>Optional 457B Retirement Plan with a state contribution </li><li>Generous Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays </li></ul> <p>Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4455</p> <p>ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.)</p> <ul> <li>Oversees the personnel and operations of the Wyoming Department of Transportation License Plate Manufacturing facility. </li><li>Hires and trains staff. </li><li>Assigns work and evaluates staff performance. </li><li>Monitors and tracks projects to assure quality production and conformance to client specifications and technical standards. </li><li>Establishes unit goals, priorities, policies, procedures, and standards. </li><li>Coordinates unit activities within the plant and other operations. </li><li>Conduct employee appraisals, give guidance and counsel to employees so that they can meet their goals. </li><li>Performs as a first-line supervisor responsible for the performance of subordinates. </li><li>Promotes efficiency in operation. </li><li>Ensures that license plate production volumes are sufficient to meet the needs of the State of Wyoming and that plate quality meets the expectations of the County Treasurers. </li><li>Manages and monitors operations to meet short and long-term goals. </li><li>Implements changes to improve workflow. </li><li>Ensures effective public relations with vendors, office personnel, and County Treasurers. </li><li>Responsible for equipment maintenance and repair. </li><li>Responsible for computer graphic design. Consults with clients to determine design and cost. </li><li>Prepares and manages the program budget. </li><li>Responsible for all purchases of equipment, supplies, and services. </li><li>Reviews invoices and submits purchase contract release forms to financial services for distribution of funds. </li><li>Analyzes quality, price, and source of supply, delivery date, shipping charges and product cost. </li><li>Ability to lift up to 40 pounds. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>KNOWLEDGE:</p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of computer graphic design techniques and materials, design, and desktop publishing software. </li><li>Knowledge of standard practices, materials, techniques, and processes used in the pressroom. </li><li>Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions. </li><li>Knowledge of the design of equipment to avoid maintenance and operational problems. </li><li>Knowledge of Wyoming law to ensure compliance with laws and regulations. </li><li>Knowledge of graphic design and development capabilities of media using current computer hardware and software, and inventory control. </li><li>Knowledge of OSHA regulations and requirements. </li><li>Knowledge of Wyoming rules, regulations, and statutes. </li></ul> <p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>Bachelor's Degree (typically in Business)</p> <p>Experience:</p> <p>0-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business)with acquired knowledge at the level of a Production and Printing Supervisor</p> <p>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:</p> <p>Certification in Forklift Operation</p> <p>Valid Driver's License</p> <p>OR</p> <p>Education & ExperienceSubstitution:</p> <p>4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Production and Printing Supervisor</p> <p>Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:</p> <p>Certification in Forklift Operation</p> <p>Valid Driver's License</p> <p>Necessary Special Requirements</p> <p>PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <ul> <li>May be required to lift materials to 50-75 pounds. </li><li>Work in a noisy environment due to machinery and equipment </li><li>Working with moving parts, large and small machinery </li><li>Lifting, carrying, and repetitive tasks </li><li>Standing for long periods </li></ul> <p>NOTES:</p> <ul> <li> <p>FLSA: Non-Exempt</p> </li><li> <p>Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus</p> </li><li> <p>Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.</p> </li><li> <p>Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.</p> </li><li> <p>One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.</p> </li><li> <p>Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.</p> </li><li> <p>Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12 month period.</p> </li><li> <p>If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.</p> </li><li> <p>The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.</p> </li><li> <p>E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.</p> </li></ul> <p>Supplemental Information</p> <p>Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.</p> <p>URL:http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm</p> <p>The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.</p> <p>Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.</p>