STATE OF
HUMAN RESOURCES
CLASSIFICATION: COMPUTER OPERATOR I
Class Code: 2095-11 Date Established: 09-23-66
Occupational
Code: 1-1-2 Date of Last Revision: 7-27-11
BASIC PURPOSE: To operate a
computer system in order to process a variety of agency data and reports.
CHARACTERISTIC
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
·
Operates
system peripheral devices to include mounting tapes and placing media in
printer; may operate console.
·
Observes and
reports system response time.
·
Keeps a record
of machine use, down-time for repairs, and the time computer is not in use;
maintains schedules of computer use and the types of programs involved.
·
Assists in
processing of batch and interactive jobs.
·
Runs regular
back-ups of computer files; breaks down and distributes computer reports to
appropriate destination.
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DISTINGUISHING
FACTORS:
Skill: Requires skill in
recommending routine changes in standardized operating procedures OR in
retrieving, compiling and reporting data according to established procedures OR
in operating complex machines.
Knowledge: Requires
understanding and using business or trades vocabulary or basic arithmetic to
perform standard operating procedures.
Impact: Requires
responsibility for contributing to agency objectives by ensuring the accuracy
of support activities within one or more organizational units. Errors at this level affect the work of
others or have measurable monetary consequences, and require verification and
correction in order to complete succeeding work operations.
Supervision: Requires no
supervision of employees or functions.
Working
Conditions: Requires performing regular job functions in
a controlled environment with minimal exposure to disagreeable job elements and
little risk of hazard to physical or mental health.
Physical
Demands: Requires medium work, including continuous strenuous
activities such as frequent reaching, bending, or lifting as well as performing
work activities which require fine manual dexterity or coordination in
operating machines or equipment.
Communication: Requires explaining
facts, interpreting situations, or advising individuals of alternative or
appropriate courses of action. This
level also requires interviewing or eliciting information from state employees
or members of the general public.
Complexity: Requires a
combination of job functions using minimal judgment to perform a variety of job
tasks according to clearly prescribed standard practices and procedures.
Independent
Action: Requires a range of choice in applying a
number of technical or administrative policies under general direction and in
making routine decisions or in recommending modifications in work procedures
for approval by supervisor.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High school diploma,
G.E.D. or its equivalent. Each
additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of
required work experience.
Experience: Two years'
experience in the operation of data processing equipment, six months of which
shall have been in a computer operation section.
License/Certification: None required.
SPECIAL
REQUIREMENTS:
For appointment consideration, Computer Operator I
applicants must successfully participate in a structured interview measuring
possession of knowledge , skills and abilities identified as necessary for
satisfactory job performance by this class specification. The structured interview is developed and
administered, according to Division of Personnel guidelines, by representatives
of the state agency in which the vacancy exists.
RECOMMENDED
WORK TRAITS: Knowledge of computer operations. Ability to comprehend and execute verbal and
written instructions and to complete standard operational programs without
assistance. Ability to rectify paper
feed problems and other minor machine malfunctions. Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with associates.
Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties
and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.
DISCLAIMER
STATEMENT: This class specification is descriptive of
general duties and is not intended to list every specific function of this
class title.
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