Print and Copy Specialist

Hourly Range:

$22 per hour

About SMU

SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. The University’s entrepreneurial spirit lives in people from every academic discipline who see opportunities to create something new in the world – and work hard to bring their innovations to life. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for our students, faculty and alumni to make a global impact. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.

About the Department:

Mail Central is the copy and mail center for the University. We provide all inbound and outbound mailing services as well as copy services. Mail Central provides the name badges, stationery products and printers and copiers for all departments.

About the Position:

This position coordinates the production of all print and copy jobs through outsourcing or production within the department. This role also ensures timely and accurate reproduction of printed and copied materials, maintains accurate and complete billing records.

Job summary

Essential Functions:

• Produce copy jobs and complete binding for projects by managing workflow and prioritizing projects based on scope and due dates. The process varies depending on the desired final product. Some projects may be straightforward while others may require providing samples/proofs and consulting to provide different options for finished products.

• Analyze and manipulate files using Adobe Creative Suite programs such as Illustrator and Photoshop. Provide soft and hard copy proofs. Consult with faculty, staff and students to provide different options for finished products.

• Outsource large projects to predetermined vendors. Provide instructions and obtain pricing and quotes for all outsourced projects. Ensure deadlines are met so that projects are delivered by the desired dates.
• Complete billing through the point-of-sale system by accurately recording all billable products and ensuring all purchase orders are closed at the end of the month for billing purposes.
• Delivery of copy jobs to various departments.

• Cross-train in the Post Office to assist during peak business periods.

• Help troubleshoot machine issues and place service calls. Keep track of supplies.

• Perform other duties as assigned.