Information Services Specialist I: Public Info & Data

RI Council 94; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Department of Corrections seeks an Information Services Technician I at Garrahy Court House to provide information, publication, resource and library services across the state. You will access data via networks and the Internet using word processing, WWW, and various software programs; respond to public requests; and support agency communications.

The role emphasizes reception duties, data entry, and basic equipment repairs, with opportunities to assist state agencies and the public

Qualifications

• Graduation from a senior high school (or equivalent).
• Experience delivering information to the public or clerical work with computer equipment.
• Working knowledge of MS Office programs and data entry experience preferred.
• Ability to process data via statewide networks using word processing and internet tools.

Responsibilities

• Answer requests for information from state agencies and the public.
• Disseminate printed materials and correspondence.
• Compile statistics and data reports.
• Assist in word processing, data entry, and basic repairs to equipment.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and perform reception duties.
• Provide information and assistance to state agencies and community partners.

Skills

Word processing

Data entry

Public information services

Telephone & in-person reception

Equipment maintenance basics

Printing & distribution

Education

High school diploma

clerical experience with computers

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Rhode Island Department of Corrections seeks an Information Services Technician I at Garrahy Court House to provide information, publication, resource and library services across the state. You will access data via networks and the Internet using word processing, WWW, and various software programs; respond to public requests; and support agency communications.

The role emphasizes reception duties, data entry, and basic equipment repairs, with opportunities to assist state agencies and the public