Production Controller (Data Processing Specialist) (UMP)

State of Illinois•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates for the role of Production Controller. This position involves performing advanced information system operation control work, including independently analyzing, scheduling, and performing advanced production control functions according to the Master Schedule. The role also includes interpreting and assisting in the modification of the Master Schedule, monitoring the processing of computer jobs to ensure execution and output according to schedule, and coordinating special handling and priorities. This is a rewarding career opportunity within a dynamic, creative thinking, problem-solving environment.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
Requires three (3) years of previous related experience such as is typically gained at the Data Processing Technician level.
OR Requires two (2) years of college including coursework in the data processing field.
Requires two (2) years of related experience.
Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgement in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature.
Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.
Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information clearly and precisely to diverse audiences, including business users, development teams, and agency executives.
Requires the ability to verify identity.
Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with the State of Illinois.
Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work-cell phone and any other required equipment or devices.
Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of professional experience in production control operations, including the independent analysis, scheduling, and execution of batch processing using Job Control Language (JCL) while modifying JCL with special parameters to ensure accurate processing of production files and successful job completion, including performing library management functions (moves, purges, deletions, restorations) and conducting abend and utility analysis to resolve complex processing issues.
Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing 3270 emulation software such as BlueZone, with proficiency in Time-Sharing Options (TSO/ISPF) for conducting research analysis, troubleshooting job abends, and performing advanced system navigation and file management within a mainframe environment, including reviewing termination codes, executing corrective actions, and coordinating with programming and systems teams as required.
Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing automated job scheduling tools such as CAScheduler or similar, including the setup, monitoring, and coordination of batch job execution to ensure timely and accurate processing in a high-volume production environment.
Three (3) years of professional experience with online report viewing and archival/distribution software such as Mobius View or similar, including configuring user access, monitoring batch job output, and ensuring the integrity and availability of production reports for end user and stakeholders.
Three (3) years of professional experience in disaster recovery planning and execution, including the analysis and maintenance of backup procedures for production libraries, system catalogs, and Category 1 applications to ensure business continuity and data integrity in the event of system failures or outages.
Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.

Responsibilities

Serves as a Production Controller for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), performing advanced information system operation control work.
Independently analyzes, schedules, and performs advanced production control functions according to the Master Schedule.
Monitors the processing of computer jobs and Mobius batch jobs to guarantee execution, output, and successful completion according to schedule.
Coordinates special handling and priorities for computer jobs.
Verifies that batch processing computer jobs have successfully completed.
Reviews jobs that abnormally terminate and takes corrective action to restart processing or notify programming/system staff for required intervention.
Provides technical expertise, guidance, and assistance to co-workers in resolving problematic situations.
Assists with job analysis work on abends and errors to achieve successful job completions for all library batch processing moves performed.
Prepares, packages, and labels outputs for jobs requiring special handling.
Performs various utility functions incidental to the processing of computer jobs that require special handling.
Monitors the appropriateness and accuracy of operation documentation maintained for completeness of information.
Reviews jobs and documentation for adherence to established standards.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually which carry over year to year.
3 paid personal business days per year.
13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.