Job Description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Office of Technology (IOT):

The Indiana Office of Technology provides cost-effective, secure, consistent, reliable enterprise-technology services to our partner agencies so that they can better serve our mutual customer, the Hoosier taxpayer. IOT will also act as the technology and solution enabler for the State, helping its partner agencies achieve business objectives and innovation.

The Computer Operator monitors computer systems in an enterprise data center. The Data Center Operations Team is the central point of command and control for a wide variety of IT systems and application support. You will respond to various alerts, run routine programs, and assist with application support. Systems include Windows, Linux, Unix, z/OS, and various network components using tools such as CA7, CA11, TSO, SDSF, Orion tools, and others.

The Center is staffed 24/7/365. This is a 3rd shift position, 12:00 am – 8:30 am. You will also work weekends and holidays on a rotating schedule.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $40,404 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.

 

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A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Operating and monitoring various mainframe and midrange computer systems.
• Operating computers, printers, storage devices, tape drivers, and related equipment.
• Cleaning computers, tapes, and printers.
• Directing work of lower-level operators periodically.
• Working rotating shifts that include weekends.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

• Working knowledge of various information technology equipment such as computers, printers, and storage devices and their operational limitations.
• Working knowledge of job control language and/or other scripting languages.
• Ability to operate various types of computer systems and related equipment.
• Ability to give clear detailed instructions.
• Ability to relay requested information quickly and accurately.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes: 

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes a bi-weekly state contribution
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

   

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .

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