Duties
a reprographics operator operates a variety of photographic and micrographic equipment, including industrial scanners, large engineering electrostatic printers, card plotters, and similar machines in reproducing plans, charts, maps, tracings and other documents; and may act as a lead person directing the work of other reprographics operators.
annual salary
$50,195 to $71,451 and $55,436 to $81,077. The salary in the department of water and power ranges from $68,528 to $85,127; $73,163 to $90,890; $77,318 to $96,048; and $84,459 to $104,922.
notes
* candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.
* annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.
* for information regarding reciprocity between the city of los angeles departments and ladwp, go to http://per.lacity.org/reciprocity_citydepts_and_dwp.pdf .
requirements / minimum qualifications
one year of full-time paid experience in a micrographic or reprographics facility operating industrial scanners, card plotters, duplicators, electrostatic or related equipment.
process notes
* applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience at the time of filing may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.
* as a condition of employment, a valid class c driver’s license issued by the california department of motor vehicles (dmv) is required at the time of appointment. Applicants will be disqualified and candidates will not be eligible for hire if their dmv record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation such as dui or dwi in any state or jurisdiction. Notice of disqualification or ineligibility for hire may be issued by the city of los angeles at any time before a final job offer is extended.
where to apply & application deadline
applications will only be accepted online. When you are viewing the online job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “apply” icon. Online job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity. Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
application deadline
applications must be received by thursday, may 7, 2026.
selection process
examination weight: interview - 100%. The examination will consist entirely of an evaluation of professional and personal qualifications by interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: attention to detail; equipment operation; responsiveness and follow‑up; customer service; teamwork; following written directions; and job knowledge, including knowledge of operating a personal computer, its functions such as word processing programs, uploading/downloading files, and utilizing e‑mail services; identifying flaws when inspecting prints or scans such as smudges, scratches on scanner, or other imperfections; various substrates used for printing; and other necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
notes
* this examination is based on a content validation study.
* applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
* as a covered entity under the fair employment and housing act and title ii of the americans with disabilities act, the city of los angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities.
* a final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.
* in conjunction with civil service rules, applicants who have received a regular appointment to a city position or are on a reserve list will be considered promotional candidates while all other applicants will be considered open candidates.
* seniority credit at the rate of 0.25 of a point for each year of continuous service will be added to the weighted test score of each candidate.
* promotional candidates will ordinarily be used ahead of the open competitive list. However, if open competitive candidates receive a higher score than the highest available promotional candidate, the civil service commission may approve certification of such open competitive candidates ahead of the promotional candidates.
* review periods may be combined. Candidates in the examination process may file protests as provided in civil service rules and within the required time frame; however, the personnel department may respond to and resolve protests prior to the establishment of the eligible list.
notice
if you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the city of los angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original regular appointment. Not all positions in the city receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All city employees are required to be disaster service workers.
this examination is to be given both on an interdepartmental promotional and open competitive basis
the city of los angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or acquired immune deficiency syndrome.
an equal employment opportunity employer
for additional information and faqs regarding the city’s hiring process, please go to the city’s official resources.
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