SIGN SHOP MANAGER 7332

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class directs a staff of sign shop employees in the production of signs for County buildings and roads. This includes the design, construction, installation, and repair of all signs in accordance with the manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices and New York State Building Codes. The incumbent is expected to use independent judgment and initiative as well as decision making skills in determining the types of signs needed for a variety of buildings and roads. Performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Plans, assigns and supervises the work of a staff engaged in the production of signs;

Instructs the staff in various painting techniques and in the use of shop equipment, including computerized sign making systems;

Prepares cost and time estimates for sign projects;

Maintains an inventory of supplies and materials necessary for the fabrication of various types of signs;

Meets with various department heads or their representatives to determine their sign needs;

Prepares all contract specifications for sign materials and supplies;

Diagnoses sign problems and implements a plan of action to correct them.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, materials, techniques, and terminology used in the sign making trade; thorough knowledge of relevant New York State laws and regulations; thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and appropriate safety precautions; thorough knowledge in the use of computer assisted sign making systems; skill in the laying out of sign projects and artistic techniques; ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of others in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale; ability to maintain records, physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Either:

(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with an Associate's Degree in Art, Design or a related field, and five (5) years of experience in sign painting, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory position; or,

(b) Two (2) years of vocational or technical training in the field of art or design and five (5) years of experience in sign painting, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory position; or,

(c) Seven (7) years of experience in sign painting and fabrication, two (2) years of which must have been in a supervisory position.

PROMOTIONAL

Two (2) years of permanent service as a Sign Painter II.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

At the time of appointment and during employment in this title employees must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.

R01/03/13

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

Review 07/23/15