WORD PROCESSING TECHNICIAN 0038

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class is involved in performing complex word processing duties as a member of a word processing center or as in independent worker whose assignments are primarily related to word processing. duties cover the more difficult aspects of word processing, such as files creation and manipulation, and/or advanced text processing which includes formatting, repagination and intricate revisions. Responsibility may be included for setting up the equipment to reproduce standard forms. The level of work is comparable to that found i senior clerical titles The incumbent is expected to develop some familiarity with the terminology of the particular department, but the emphasis of the work is on the use of the word processing equipment rather than in-depth knowledge of departmental functions. Most work is done independently. Assignments of unusual difficulty are referred to a Word Processing Supervisor, an administrative supervisor or the equipment manufacturer. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Develops new applications of the word processing equipment, creates files and formats and sets up equipment to reproduce standard forms;

Merges selected file records with test to produce integrated documents, reports or letters;

Plans the format for, and produces the more complicated documents such as lengthy technical, legal and statistical reports from complex source material;

Logs incoming assignments;

Contacts the originators of assignments to explain the capabilities and limitations of the word processing equipment, and to discuss requirements for final documents;

Operates peripheral word processing equipment, such as printers, mag card readers, diskette drives, etc;

May instruct clerical workers in the use of the word processing equipment.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the word processing equipment in use, including files and text to processing, formatting, scrolling, archiving, repagination and the setting up of equipment to reproduce standard forms; thorough knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling; skill in typewriting; ability to think in a logical manner, including the use of deductive reasoning; ability to produce a quality document from rough drafts and various sources; ability to proofread accurately and make appropriate changes; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to work under the pressure of a deadline;ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; attentiveness to detail; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and one (1) year of experience in the use of specialized word processing equipment

NOTE: Completion of a certificate course in word processing at a New York State or regionally accredited college or business school will be substituted for the one (1) year of experience.

11/21/83

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/6/03