DATA ENTRY OPERATOR I (COUNTY)

POSITION GOAL

To retain or transmit required information in the function/department being served, utilizing microcomputer and CRT keyboard capabilities.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Data Entry Operator I shall carry out the essential performance responsibilities listed below.

• Follow instructions and prescribed methods and procedures to perform all data entry operations.
• Receive lists, reports, requests for payments and/or a variety of other source documents containing various forms of information and organize such documents in a manner conducive to entry into the computer.
• Enter a variety of information into a microcomputer or a CRT, such as check requests, purchase orders, invoices, book sales, migrant student information, cash receipts, employee salary and personal data, etc. depending upon function or department being served.
• Maintain sequence and control of source documents.
• Recognize deficiencies in source documents and return to user department for correction.
• Generate or initiate lists, forms, and reports from the data bases, as required.
• File and retrieve reports, source documents, records, etc.
• Answer phone calls and provide information, as appropriate.
• Maintain all applicable data files on a current, orderly basis.
• Observe equipment for faulty feeding, skipping positioning, or other mechanical malfunctions, notifying the supervisor if such malfunction occurs.
• Assist data control personnel as requested.
• Log in work daily, on a priority basis.
• Interact effectively with the general public, staff members, students, teachers, parents, and administrators, using tact and good judgment.
• Operate standard office equipment such as any generation typewriters, calculators, CRT terminal, microcomputer, word processor, duplicator, etc., as well as equipment developed or advanced from future technology as required by the job.
• Participate in the training programs offered to enhance the individual's skills and proficiency related to the job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to good safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administrator/supervisor, or designee.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program
• Two (2) years of data entry experience within a school district or three (3) years of data entry experience not in a school district. Work experience should have included applying various applications to prescribed standard practices.
• A working knowledge of general office practices and procedures.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

The hiring administrator may specify preferred, appropriate additional qualifications as may be related to the job.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Bilingual skills.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light work:  Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10   pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.  Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION

To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and do a search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: MM-013

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LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOR

Salary Range: $32,153 - $49,285

Calendar: 247/248

Pay Grade: 14

NOTE: New Hires will be hired at the Minimum of the assigned Salary Range