Data Entry Operator 2 - 20014457

Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Work Locations : General Services Center 4200 Surface Road 1st Floor Columbus 43228-1313

Organization : Health

Classified Indicator : Classified

Bargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit

Schedule : Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Compensation : $18.60/hr

Unposting Date : Aug 17, 2023, 10:59:00 PM

Job Function : Clerical & Data Entry

Agency Contact Name : Gwen Harton

Agency Contact Information : You will be contacted via email or phone, if selected to interview.

Data Entry Operator 2 - 20014457

(230007FM)

Job Duties

About Us:

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.

What You'll Do:

The Bureau of Vital Statistics operates a statewide system for the registration of births, deaths, and other vital events that happen within the State of Ohio. We are currently seeking an experienced clerical support candidate to perform data entry tasks for the registration of vital events (e.g., births, deaths) using specified data entry software. Primary duties include:

• Operating a computer to key data on demographic and medical information using IPHIS/EDRS database software
• Identifying and addressing discrepancies in order information with staff
• Generating query letters and responds to email inquiries regarding Vital Statistics processes and procedures
• Scanning and/or photocopying certificates and attachments
• Performing clerical tasks related to data processing (e.g., counts, sorts and distributes incoming documents for retention or distribution; files documents; pulls book volumes)

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after one year of continuous service.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Qualifications

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary; 6 mos trg. or 6 mos. exp. in use of data entry equipment;

• Or 4 mos. exp. as Data Entry Operator 1, 12331;

• Or equivalent Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Knowledge of addition, subtraction, multiplication & division; office practices & procedures*. Skill in operation of data entry equipment; operation of peripheral machines (e.g., scanner, printer); data verification equipment*. Ability to proofread material, recognize errors & make corrections; read, copy & record figures; check pairs of items that are similar or dissimilar; proofread material, move limbs, fingers easily to perform manual functions repeatedly.

(*) Developed after employment.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 25, Step 1 of the union/exempt (OCSEA/1199) Pay Range Schedule ($18.60 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($19.00) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

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Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:
Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.