Information Processing Specialist I

8 months ago

Schenectady, United States Ithaca City School District Full time

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : This position involves responsibility for operating information processing equipment in accordance with programmed instructions by manipulation of a standard alpha-numeric keyboard and related peripheral equipment to record, edit, store and revise correspondence, reports, statistical, accounting and a variety of other forms of data. Information processing equipment includes: A remote computer terminal linked to a mainframe computer, a stand alone internal processing unit such as a micro-computer, or similar computer equipment. This position does not involve responsibilities in the areas of programming or systems analysis. However, an incumbent may modify or merge existing software packages or other program language in accomplishing word processing and other micro-computer functions. Additionally, when not engaged in equipment operation, an incumbent performs a variety of clerical duties. Direct supervision is received from a higher level clerical or administrative staff with detailed instructions given for new or difficult assignments. The incumbent does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES :

  • Operates information processing equipment and related peripheral equipment such as daisy wheel printer or dot matrix printer in compiling and processing data for a variety of records and related reports;
  • Maintains records on information processing equipment by manipulating the keyboard to enter new data or edit existing data;
  • Manipulates the keyboard in order to make file searches;
  • Maintains disk directories and other storage media used in information processing operations;
  • Updates table of contents or index entries as appropriate to identify files, records and documents;
  • Retrieves necessary data from information processing equipment in order to print out required reports;
  • Operates information processing equipment in word processing mode to record, edit, store and revise correspondence, reports, statistical tables, forms and other textural materials and documents;
  • Sets up appropriate controls on equipment for margination, line spacing, paragraph, heading and footer information and other controls as necessary for document amendment or production;
  • Prints completed documents to draft or letter quality as appropriate and forwards to supervisor or administrator for review;
  • Analyzes machine stops and observes indicators on console and peripheral equipment and takes necessary steps to verify proper functioning of the equipment;
  • Performs routine minor operator preventative maintenance on information processing equipment as specified by manufacturer to insure efficient and effective operation;
  • Confers with superiors on projects as to procedures, machine time, rate of output and difficulties encountered;
  • Assists in training new personnel on information processing equipment as requested;
  • Makes arithmetical computations and compiles simple statistical reports;
  • Performs a variety of clerical functions related to the position;
  • Performs a variety of related tasks as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the use and operation of information processing equipment and related peripheral equipment; working knowledge of office terminology and procedures, working knowledge of proper grammatical usage and punctuation; working knowledge of business vocabulary; ability to manually manipulate information processing equipment; ability to determine and set up appropriate document formats, charts and tabular listings for word processing mode; ability to coordinate information from typed or handwritten copy to word processing mode and verify document of a cathode ray tube visual screen; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; accuracy.

NOTE: The essential functions of this job are determined by the department/jurisdiction where the job is located.

The Schenectady City School District (SCSD) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Schenectady City Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career. Currently, the Schenectady City School District is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the district's schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 10,000 students through the essential elements of the district's Strategic Plan. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving SCSD toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of the protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Office of Human Resources. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.

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