DOCUMENT DATE: June 19, 1995
FUNCTION:
Provides technical guidance and leadership for a group of data conversion operators; performs data conversion keying functions; and routine administrative tasks.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above.
REQUIREMENTS:
This section is composed of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) which are required to satisfactorily perform the tasks of the position. Applicants must demonstrate that they possess a sufficient level of each KSA, to include at least minimum competency for senior-qualified positions to enable them to perform these tasks satisfactorily. Applicants demonstrate these levels by describing examples of experience, education, or training, any of which may be non-postal. Ratings are based on the demonstration of the level of possession of each of the KSAs. Failure to demonstrate any KSA is disqualifying.
Knowledge of computer systems.
Ability to plan, lay out, and set up work.
Ability to instruct.
Ability to assign work, establish work schedules, and utilize personnel efficiently.
Ability to follow oral instructions.
Ability to communicate orally.
Ability to work with others.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must have six months of experience in the operation of data conversion equipment.
The experience must have been hands on experience under the title of Data Conversion Operator.
EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must demonstrate clerical and verbal abilities. These must be demonstrated by successful completion of Postal Service Test 710.
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to key data on a computer terminal at a rate of 35 correct lines within five minutes. This must be demonstrated by successful completion of Postal Service Test 714 at the high standard.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants who qualify and are selected under this standard will be required to complete prescribed training satisfactorily.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must be physically able to perform efficiently the duties of the position. Vision of 20/40 (Snellen) in one eye and ability to read, without strain, printed material the size of typewritten characters are required. Corrective lenses are permitted. Ability to distinguish basic colors and shades is desirable. Ability to hear the conversational voice is required; hearing aids are permitted.