SENIOR COMPUTER OPERATOR

State of careers Rhode Island; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State employee benefits

Direct deposit

Job summary

State of Rhode Island’s Department of Labor and Training seeks a Senior Computer Operator to supervise the operations of an electronic data processing system on an assigned shift within the Mail Center. The role involves coordinating work schedules, overseeing computer operators and peripheral devices, and assisting in maintaining accurate input and output records.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma with computer operations coursework or an equivalent combination of education and

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of computer operating practices and data processing math.
• Ability to interpret error messages and make decisions.
• Ability to supervise subordinates and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Maintain work schedule according to priorities.
• Check input/output accuracy at each run.
• Explain operating routines to operators.
• Read and correct error messages from system outputs.
• Consult programmers or supervisory staff when needed.
• Maintain and update files.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Computer operations

Peripheral equipment

Data processing math

Computer logic

Input/output interpretation

Supervise staff

Education

High school diploma

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

Mail inserter machine

Postage meter

Job description

Department

Department of Labor And Training

Division

Information Technology/Computers

Salary

$52,062.00 - $57,606.00

Job Profile

JC-02702400-50 - Senior Computer Operator

Scheduled Work Days & Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM.

Position is within the Department of Labor & Training/Mail Center.

Standard 35.0 hours.

Restricted/Limited to the leave of the prior incumbent.

Job Requisition Number

JR103997 SENIOR COMPUTER OPERATOR (Open)

Pay Grade

C00318 A

Classification

Senior Computer Operator

Class Definition

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To be responsible for assisting in the supervision of the operations of an electronic data processing computer on an assigned shift; and to do related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the direction of a superior with latitude for independent judgement; work is generally reviewed on completion.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Assists in the supervision of the work of computer operators and peripheral equipment operators assigned to the shift.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PEFORMED:

• To be responsible for assistance in maintaining work schedule according to given priorities.
• To check the accuracy of input and output at the beginning of each run.
• To explain the operating routine in detail to the computer operator.
• To read, interpret and make corrections based on information given in error messages.
• To ask advice of programmers and other supervisory personnel when error messages cannot be readily corrected.
• To be responsible for the maintenance and updating of files.
• To do related work as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:

KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of computer operating practices, procedures and techniques; a working knowledge of computer capabilities; a knowledge of computer programming techniques; a working knowledge of the operation of computer peripheral equipment; a knowledge of data processing mathematics such as number systems and algebra; the ability to think in terms of computer logic; the ability to interpret messages and make decisions based on this interpretation; the ability to supervise the work of subordinates; the ability to maintain effective working relations with others; the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from high school supplemented with courses in computer operations; and

Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment as a computer operator.

Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Supplemental Information

Independent mail processing center; experience with operating a mail inserter machine (such as a Bell & Howell) as well as a paid postage meter.

Must be able to lift inventory boxes and cases (@60lbs).

Experience with a pallet mover and various mailroom equipment.

Benefits

For information regarding thebenefits available to State of RhodeIsland employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits’ website athttp://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.

Also, be advised thata new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.