Within an agency or institution's information systems organization, operates a library facility for magnetic recording media and/or schedules, stages, codes and/or audits all input within a predetermined schedule for a mainframe/mini computer system.

This is the journey-level class of the series.  Under general supervision, performs data control functions in the preparation and distribution of computer input/output for frequently run routine jobs with predictable variables such as: (1) preparing and organizing input for computer processing; (2) setting up jobs to run on computers; (3) staging the run sequence on routine jobs, verifying results of the run.

Monitors the quality control function for input and output; 

Maintains controls on input received; 

Maintains controls on computer-readable storage media; 

Stages jobs for computer processing; 

De-stages computer processed jobs; 

Reviews computer output for completeness and routes to proper destination; 

Controls inventory and orders required supplies; 

Monitors data control schedule to meet commitments to users; 

Confers with users to update and monitor control mechanisms; 

Forwards output to user;

Stages and submits statistical processes for maintaining required library functions, including inventory; 

Acts as liaison between computer operations and users when required; 

Maintains books of account for warrants, identification cards and other pre-numbered computer printed output documents; 

May perform the duties of Information Technology – Data Processor 1; 

May direct the work of others;  

Performs other work as required. 

Knowledge of:  electronic data processing and basic computer concepts; office practices and procedures; records maintenance and control.   

Ability to:  understand and carry out oral and written instructions, work with others; write clearly. 

There may be instances where individual positions must have additional licenses or certification. It is the employer’s responsibility to ensure the appropriate licenses/certifications are obtained for each position. 

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.  

AND 

Two years of data processing experience, involving auditing, coding, scheduling, and/or staging functions for a mainframe/mini computer system.   

Completion of a two-year vocational training course in electronic data processing or college-level course work in computer science may be substituted, year for year, for two years of the general data processing experience.