Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Job Classification Specification
DATA CONTROL SPECIALIST
Pay Grade B66
Basic Function
| Under moderate supervision, processes and expedites computer run requests and controls input and output of data. |
Classification Characteristics
Supervised by: Manager, Network Support
Supervises:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Work Environment
In order to achieve Metro’s goals in support of its mission, potential candidates are
required to commit and continuously practice and demonstrate the following work values:
- Safety – To ensure that our employees, passengers
and the general public’s safety is always our first consideration.
- Service Excellence – To provide safe, clean, reliable,
on-time, courteous service for our clients and customers.
- Workforce Development – To make Metro a learning organization
that attracts, develops, motivates and retains a world-class workforce.
- Accountability for Performance and Fiscal Responsibility – To manage every taxpayer and customer-generated dollar as if it were coming from our own pocket and ensure the highest possible return on investment.
- Innovation and Technology – To actively participate in identifying
best practices for continuous improvement.
- Sustainability – To reduce, reuse and recycle all internal resources
and reduce green-house gas emissions.
- Integrity – To rely on the professional ethics and honesty of every
Metro employee.
- Teamwork – To actively blend our individual talents to achieve world-class
performance and service.
- Civil Rights – To actively promote compliance with all civil rights statutes,
regulations and policies.
- Community – To actively engage with the Community as it relates to Metro interest/services.
Examples of Duties
- Prioritizes, expedites, and monitors computer runs as specified on work request forms
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Operates computer terminals and peripheral equipment to control the input and output of data
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Uses computer terminal to re-create user reports
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Enters, edits, and verifies data
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Proofreads computer output to determine if quality and quantity meet users’ defined requirements
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Assists in establishing and maintaining security of Metro data processing systems, equipment, and facilities
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Removes system output from printers and distributes to appropriate mailboxes and departments
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Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out
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Essential Knowledge and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Functions and operations of computer terminals and peripheral equipment
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IBM Job Control Language (JCL)
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Data processing flow charts
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Ability to:
- Follow oral and written instructions
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Communicate effectively with others
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Organize and prioritize work flow
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Operate various computer terminals and peripheral equipment such as bursters and decollators
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Operate a calculator
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Troubleshoot and correct routine flow charts and schematics
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Perform simple arithmetical computations
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Adhere to production standards and deadlines
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Lift and move computer printouts weighing up to 50 pounds
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Interact professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives
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Travel to offsite locations within a reasonable timeframe
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Read, write, speak, and understand English
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Minimum Qualifications
Potential candidates interested in the DATA CONTROL SPECIALIST position MUST meet
the following requirements:
- 2 years of recent experience performing data control functions
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Special Conditions
Disclaimer
This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Date Originally Created: 4/27/1995
Date Last Revised: 5/11/2005
TCU: 0993A