Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyState Comptroller, Office of the

TitleComputer Operator- NY HELPS

Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences

Salary Grade10

Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $43768 to $53708 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources

110 State Street

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12236

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Do you want a career with a purpose that provides work/life balance? Apply today to join the Office of the New York State Comptroller.

No exam required under the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide (NY HELPS) Program. For appointment to the COMPUTER OPERATOR position you must have:

High School diploma or have earned a high cool equivalency diploma AND at least one of the following:

Either
1. Six or more college semester credit hours in a computer-related field such as Computer Science, Computer Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or Computer Information Systems.
OR
2. Successful completion of high school vocational studies related to large scale Computer Information Systems.
OR
3. Six months full-time experience in the operation of a mainframe or medium to-large server complex, multi-variable print production.

*Use or operation of personal computers or personal printing will NOT be considered qualifying.


Competitive Qualifications:
You must be currently reachable on the appropriate eligible list for this title, eligible under the 55 b/c program, or eligible to transfer to this title under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: Career Mobility Office » GOT-IT (ny.gov)

70.1 Transfer:
For a 70.1 transfer to a(n) Computer Operator, SG-10, you must have one year of permanent competitive service in an approved 70.1 title allocated to a salary grade 08 or above.

Appointments via transfer must not result in second, consecutive transfer with an advancement of more than two S-grades or one M-grade.

To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website:
https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/

55 b/c:
This position may be designated 55 b/c and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility.
For more information on this program, please visit the NYS Department of Civil Service website, 55 b/c Recruitment Resources Center (ny.gov).

Duties Description Printing and Post Processing
• Operate print and post print processing equipment for various jobs submitted throughout the day.
• Align and configure printers and post print equipment.
• Remove completed jobs from post processing equipment and inspect for quality control.
• Record, label and distribute print batches.
• Load print output (upwards of 50 lbs.) and use pallet jack to move inventory throughout the facility.
• Perform regular leaning and basic maintenance of print and post print equipment.
Monitor Console
• Monitor job console to verify batch programs and data transfers are properly executing.
• Initiate and monitor production jobs and communicate statuses to appropriate teams (e.g., scheduling staff etc.) for resolution.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure that full workflow is successfully completed.
Operate Tape Drives and Robotic Devices
• Prepare (clean and mount) and assign physical and virtual media.
• Monitor tape silo robotic arm.
• Prepare media for transport to offsite storage.
• Document, erase and prepare media for destruction.

Additional Comments Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, both verbally and in written format with peers, management, vendors, technical staff etc.
• Demonstrates ability to work in team environment, willing to take direction, as well as work independently.
• Demonstrate ability to maintain production requirements while ensuring quality control standards are continually maintained.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
• Demonstrates reliability and dependability under varying shifts and conditions.


Telecommuting:
The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s duties and work performance are aligned with telecommuting they may be allowed to do so. Upon approval to telecommute, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period.
Reasonable Accommodation:
The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.
Equal Opportunity Employment:
The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers

Shifts:
7:00am – 3:00pm (Mon. – Fri.)
3:00pm – 11:00pm (Mon. – Fri.)
11:00pm – 7:00am (Mon. – Fri.)
7:00am – 7:30pm (Fri. Sat., Sun.)
7:00pm – 7:30am (Fri., Sat., Sun.)

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Meredith Holmquist

Telephone (518)-474-1924

Fax (518)-486-6723

Email Address JOBS@OSC.NY.GOV

Address

Street Office of the New York State Comptroller, Division of Human Resources

110 State Street, 12th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12236

 

Notes on ApplyingSubmit a clear, concise cover letter and resume to https://www.osc.ny.gov/jobs/openings/computer-operator/082409, no later than February 23, 2025.

Unofficial transcripts and/or templates will be required for certain positions.

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