Computer Operator IV - Baltimore Police Department at City of Baltimore

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Salary Range: $ 56,322.00 - $91,795.00 Annually Hiring Salary Pay: $56,322.00 Get to Know Us Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here : https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits CLASS DEFINITION A Computer Operator IV provides work direction and guidance to computer operators. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class may be required to work shifts, weekends and holidays. Work is performed in a computer center where there is continuous noise from equipment. Work requires minimal physical exertion. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must: EDUCATION: Have an associate of arts degree in electronic data processing or computer science from an accredited college or university. AND EXPERIENCE: Have three years of experience in operating mainframe computers and related peripheral equipment. OR NOTE EQUIVALENCIES: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. **APPLICATION DEADLINE: Please submit your application no later than 12:00 AM on the closing date to be eligible for consideration. KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Knowledge of computer operations procedures. Knowledge of the methods of preparing mainframe computers for operation. Knowledge of the techniques of monitoring data processing equipment and of investigating, correcting and resolving errors, malfunctions and problems. Knowledge of the use of job control language. Skill in operating computers and related peripheral equipment. Ability to use job control language. Ability to independently perform a wide variety of computer operation functions. Ability to deal with computer operations, programming, systems and data control personnel. Ability to assign, review and approve computer operations work and to train computer operators. Background Check NOTE: Those eligibles who are under final consideration for appointment to some positions in this class will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information. Probation All people, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory one-year probation. Eligibility Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final. Education Accreditation Applicants’ education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at www.naces.org. Selection Process All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this