City and County of San Francisco

Head Photographer (#1774)

$38.94-$47.33 Hourly / $6,749.00-$8,203.00 Monthly / $80,990.00-$98,436.00 Yearly


Definition

Under direction, takes photographs; develops negatives; makes prints, enlargements, photo murals and photostats; supervises the work of technical assistants in the photo laboratory; and performs related duties as required. Requires responsibility for: carrying out and explaining methods and procedures relative to photography and photo copy reproduction; preventing moderate losses through the proper use and safeguarding of photography supplies, equipment and facilities; keeping routine records and reports of time and work done and in process.

Examples of Important and Essential Duties

1. Supervises the operation of a photographic and reproduction laboratory in the processing of photographs and reproductions and assumes responsibility for the progress and completion of the work.

2. Orders supplies and equipment, maintains records of all work performed and materials used; maintains files and inventory records; records picture data and cross-indexes negatives and old plates.

3. Maintains and makes minor repairs to photographic equipment and accessories.

4. Makes black-and-white or color movies or still photographs for purposes of construction progress, accident claims, records or publicity.

5. Drives car or light truck on assignments and may occasionally use an airplane or helicopter for aerial work.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Requires general knowledge of the principles and practices involved in operating a photographic laboratory; and a basic knowledge of  photographic chemistry, art and publicity media.

Requires ability to: use various types of cameras, darkroom equipment, photo washers and dryers in processing film to present clear pictures which may be used as evidence in court cases; assign and review the work of others; deal courteously and tactfully with subordinates.

Experience and Training

Requires completion of four years of high school, supplemented! by at least two years of specialized training in a photography school, and at least one year of experience in general photography work involving the use of a variety of photographic and reproduction processes; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

License or Certificate

Requires possession of a valid state motor vehicle operator's license.

Disaster Service Workers

All City and County of San Francisco employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the City requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

CLASS: 1774; EST: 1/1/1900; REV: 1/1/1900;