Production Controller (Data Processing Specialist) (UMP)

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT); Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible work schedules

Paid vacation time

Paid sick time

Paid personal days

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Pension plan

Deferred compensation program

Pre-tax MCAP & DCAP

Job summary

Illinois Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking a Production Controller to manage advanced information system operation control tasks and the Master Schedule. You will analyze, schedule, monitor, and adjust production jobs to ensure on-time delivery and successful completions.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with batch processing, and the ability to coordinate with programming and systems staff to resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires three years of related experience.
• Requires two years of college including coursework in data processing field.
• Requires two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, serves a Production Controller performing advanced information system operation control work.
• Monitors processing of computer jobs and Mobius batch jobs to guarantee execution and output to schedule.
• Verifies batch processing completion and restarts or notifies staff for intervention when abends occur.
• Provides technical guidance to coworkers in resolving problematic situations and assists with job analysis on abends and errors.
• Prepares, packages and labels outputs for jobs requiring special handling and performs utility functions for processing.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical thinking

Judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college coursework in data processing

Tools

BlueZone 3270 emulator

TSO/ISPF

Mobius View

CAScheduler

JCL

Job description

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Production Controller performing advanced information system operation control work, including independently analyzing, scheduling, and performing advanced production control functions according to the Master Schedule. In this role you will interpret and assist in the modification and alteration of the Master Schedule. Additionally, you will monitor the processing of computer jobs to guarantee execution and output according to schedule, including coordinating special handling and priorities. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
• 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carry over year to year.
• 3 paid personal business days per year.
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Under general supervision, serves a Production Controller for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), performing advanced information system operation control work, including independently analyzing, scheduling, and performing advanced production control functions according to the Master Schedule.
• Monitors the processing of computer jobs and Mobius batch jobs to guarantee execution, output, and successful completion output to schedule, including coordinating special handling and priorities.
• Verifies batch processing computer jobs have successfully completed, including reviewing jobs that abnormally terminate and take corrective action to restart processing or notify programming/system staff for required intervention.
• Provides technical expertise, guidance and assistance to co-workers in resolving problematic situations and assists with job analysis work on abends and errors to achieve successful job completions for all library batch processing moves performed.
• Prepares, packages and labels outputs for jobs requiring special handling, including performing various utility functions incidental to the processing of computer jobs that require special handling.
• Monitors the appropriateness and accuracy of operation documentation maintained for completeness of information and reviews jobs and documentation for adherence to established standards.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
• Requires three (3) years of previous related experience such as is typically gained at the Data Processing Technician level. OR
• Requires two (2) years of college including coursework in the data processing field.
• Requires two (2) years of related experience.

Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience in production control operations, including the independent analysis, scheduling, and execution of batch processing using Job Control Language (JCL) while modifying JCL with special parameters to ensure accurate processing of production files and successful job completion, including performing library management functions (moves, purges, deletions, restorations) and conducting abend and utility analysis to resolve complex processing issues.
• Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing 3270 emulation software such as BlueZone, with proficiency in Time-Sharing Options (TSO/ISPF) for conducting research analysis, troubleshooting job abends, and performing advanced system navigation and file management within a mainframe environment, including reviewing termination codes, executing corrective actions, and coordinating with programming and systems teams as required.
• Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing automated job scheduling tools such as CAScheduler or similar, including the setup, monitoring, and coordination of batch job execution to ensure timely and accurate processing in a high-volume production environment.
• Three (3) years of professional experience with online report viewing and archival/distribution software such as Mobius View or similar, including configuring user access, monitoring batch job output, and ensuring the integrity and availability of production reports for end user and stakeholders.
• Three (3) years of professional experience in disaster recovery planning and execution, including the analysis and maintenance of backup procedures for production libraries, system catalogs, and Category 1 applications to ensure business continuity and data integrity in the event of system failures or outages.
• Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgement in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature.
• Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.
• Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information clearly and precisely to diverse audiences, including business users, development teams, and agency executives.

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires selfdisclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work-cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.
• Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Work Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (work hours may vary)

Headquarter Location

120 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

Work County

Sangamon

Agency Contact

Elizabeth Bridges

Email

[e-mail]

Posting Group

Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP)

To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission

UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

Nearest Major Market

Springfield