Salary : $48,385.00 - $52,735.00 Annually Location : Warwick, RI Job Type: Council 94 (2-36) Job Number: 6710-41200-80030 Department: DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION Division: Internal Service Programs Opening Date: 08/03/2025 Closing Date: 8/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade: 316A Classification: Classified Scheduled Work Days; Hours of Work: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm Work Week: Standard 35.0 Hours Bargaining Union: Council 94 Local 2448 (26) Assignment(s)/Comments: The individual hired to fill this position will have access to Federal tax Information (FTI), as defined in IRS Publication 1075, and, as such, must undergo a national fingerprint background screening in accordance with the criteria set forth in regulation 220-RICR-40-00-2 (IRS Publication 1075 - Background Check Process and Criteria), available at Additionally, the individual is being hired to an E-Verify site which contains FTI and must have their employment eligibility validated through E-Verify. Class Definition GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To monitor and control the operation of an electronic data processing machine in conformance with programmed instructions; to observe console and take other steps to verify proper function of the machine throughout production runs; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Work is outlined by instructions and flow charts; work is reviewed by observation of work in process, and review of completed work. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Usually none. Illustrative Examples of Work Performed
- To monitor and control the operation of an electronic data processing machine in conformance with programmed instructions.
- To observe the console and take other steps to verify proper function of the machine throughout production runs.
- To initiate and terminate machine operations.
- To perform routine computer maintenance duties such as cleaning tape units, change printer ribbons, clear console, change paper in printer, etc.
- To maintain computer operating supplies.
- As required, to assist users in becoming familiar with operating procedures.
- To maintain records of computer use, machine down time for repairs, and time computer is not utilized.
- To set up, operate and maintain both a microfiche and microfiche duplicating machine.
- To set up and operate various paper handling equipment such as a mailing machine, paper folding machine, paper decollator and burster.
- To do related work as required.
Required Qualifications for Appointment KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A working knowledge of the operation, adjustment and routine maintenance of the digital computer and its peripheral equipment; a working knowledge of the various methods of computer programming; the ability to interpret block diagrams and work flow charts; the ability to obtain maximum utilization of digital computer equipment; the ability to maintain performance and machine use records; a working knowledge of JCL; the ability to operate microfiche equipment; the ability to operate a mailing machine, folding machine, a paper burster and decollator; a working knowledge of various types of telecommunications equipment such as modems, telephone lines, terminals and terminal controllers; and related capacities and abilities. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Such as may have been gained through graduation senior high school and completion of a formal course in computer operation; and Experience: Such as may have been gained through employment as a digital computer operator. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience. Supplemental Information For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee. 01 Are you currently employed as a Computer Operator (OIP) with the State of Rhode Island as a member of Council 94? (You must answer this question correctly to be considered based on your union affiliation. If you fail to answer this question correctly, you will not be entitled to be considered based on contractual provisions.)
02 Are you a member of Council 94 Local 2448? (You must answer this question correctly to be considered based on your union affiliation. If you fail to answer this question correctly, you will not be entitled to be considered based on contractual provisions.)
03 Are you a state employee who is a member of Council 94? (You must answer this question correctly to be considered based on your union affiliation. If you fail to answer this question correctly, you will not be entitled to be considered based on contractual provisions.)
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