DATA PROCESSING CLERK                                                         0574

 

 

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class is responsible for reviewing, verifying and monitoring data from initial input, through processing, to end user.  The incumbent may enter data, and maintains records of data to be processed, programs to be run and data used in processing.  Work is reviewed by a Data Control Specialist or other technical supervisor through conferences, observations, periodic reports and effectiveness of the operation.  Does related work as required.

 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

          Assembles and reviews "raw" input data for acceptability;

          Routes work for keying and verifying;

          Maintains logging and balancing procedures;;

          Maintains and operates tape;

          Monitors tape performance and cleaning;

          Maintains control of and returns data library materials;

          Validates computer printouts and reports prior to distribution; distributes to end users.

 

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of procedures related to control of input and output at a data processing center; good knowledge of general office practices and procedures; working knowledge of data processing terminology and equipment; ability to verify accuracy of data; ability to maintain records; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; 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 two (2) years of experience in the field of electronic data processing, including the operation of CRT terminals, computers or peripheral equipment and related clerical functions.

 

NOTE:  Education beyond high school in the field of computer science may be substituted for experience at the rate of six (6) credits equal to one (1) year of the above experience.

 

 

 

 

 

R07/30/86

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR02/23/99