Production Controller (Data Processing Specialist) (UMP)

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Production Controller performing advanced information system operation control work, including independently analyzing, scheduling, and performing advanced production control functions according to the Master Schedule. In this role you will interpret and assist in the modification and alteration of the Master Schedule. Additionally, you will monitor the processing of computer jobs to guarantee execution and output according to schedule, including coordinating special handling and priorities. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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.

Essential Functions

• Under general supervision, serves a Production Controller for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), performing advanced information system operation control work, including independently analyzing, scheduling, and performing 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 output to schedule, including coordinating special handling and priorities.
• Verifies batch processing computer jobs have successfully completed, including reviewing jobs that abnormally terminate and take 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 and 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, including performing 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 and 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet

ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

• 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 selfdisclosure 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. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (work hours may vary)

Headquarter Location: 120 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: Elizabeth Bridges

Email: ***email_hidden***

Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP) . General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission . UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

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