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Location

Sacramento County, CA | United States

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Job description

Job Description and Duties

Are you looking for more than just a generic printing and reproduction job? Do you want to work with California’s historical documents first-hand? The Secretary of State’s Archives Division (California State Archives) is looking for a creative, driven, and dedicated person to become part of its team.  The State Archives will challenge the individual to be open-minded and flexible in finding solutions to governmental and programmatic issues and situations.

Under the supervision of the Archives Services Manager, the Digital Composition Specialist II (DCS II) this position performs complex work utilizing high-end software applications and a variety of equipment while consulting with customer (internal and external) in order to make recommendations for creating the desired product to ensure customer expectations are met in accordance with the job specifications and the State Archives policies, procedures and guidelines. Perform skilled digital composition work to operate equipment to digitize materials, photograph select records to create digital surrogates for the Reference, Exhibits, and other State Archives’ programs; operate imaging equipment to produce preservation and access 16 mm and 35 mm microfilm copies; produce 3D quality copies of ephemera; conduct quality control checks and correct any questionable image files and print materials; track and maintain deadlines; digitize AV and microfilm materials; complete limited print formatting and print exhibit facsimiles, posters, and signs; monitor and maintain hazardous waste and Imaging Lab equipment; conduct research and assist with procedure development and updates; and develop and provide imaging training to staff and the public.

Desirable Qualifications: The most desirable candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience in the application of page layout or graphic design software for use in the creation of publications
• Experience with camera, 3D printer, and scanning equipment used to digitize or photograph select records, photographs, slides, bound volumes, artifacts, audio-visual materials, and other records.
• Strong organizational skills with experience collecting, batching, cataloguing, and/or saving digitized records
• Demonstrated ability to be a team-player, build strong working relationships, and contribute to a positive, innovative work environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite and MS Teams
• Ability to research, review, and analyze information to make recommendations, and to develop and present reports
• Experience providing excellent customer service and training on the proper use of equipment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a challenging, complex, and often time-sensitive environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
• Knowledge of and experience with Audio Visual (AV) equipment and best practices.
• Experience handling fragile or highly sensitive documents and ephemera and familiarity with Archival standards and best practices

Statement of Qualifications: Applicants must submit a Statement of Qualifications detailing how he/she meets the “Desirable Qualifications” listed above. The Statement of Qualifications must be no more than two (2) pages typed, using business professional font, font size, and formatting. Applications submitted without a Statement of Qualifications will not be considered. Resumes are optional but will not be accepted in lieu of a Statement of Qualifications.

You will find additional information about the job in the .

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

Additional Documents

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 3/22/2024

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply.

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

How To Apply

Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer Account at When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below:

Address for Mailing Application Packages

You may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to:

Secretary of State

Attn: Natalie Venegas

1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475

Sacramento , CA 95814

Address for Drop-Off Application Packages

You may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at:

Secretary of State

Natalie Venegas

1500 11th St - 4th Floor - Suite 475

Sacramento , CA 95814

Please drop off applications at the first floor lobby rotunda.

08:00 AM - 05:00 PM

Required Application Package Documents

The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:

• Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position.
• Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications - Please provide your response to the statement of qualifications as directed above

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process must request the necessary accommodations if scheduled for a hiring interview. The request should be made at the time of contact to schedule the interview. Questions regarding reasonable accommodations may be directed to the EEO contact listed on this job posting.

Benefits

Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position or application process.

Human Resources Contact:
Natalie Venegas
(916) 653-6974
[email protected]

Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office.

EEO Contact:
Ashley Boyer
(916) 653-6974
[email protected]

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

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Salary

$5,025 - $6,291 per month