Data Entry Machine Operator

(ILLUSTRATIVE ON LY)
- In accordance with specific program instructions, scans source documents and transcribes selected data directly into the computer by manipulating the alphanumerical key portion of the machine;
- Locates proper source data files and makes changes, additions or corrects errors;
- Compares data transcribed where appropriate as displayed on a visual screen with the source document and corrects any errors; -May be required to attend formal classroom instructions related to the position;
- Completes “batches” or source documents, records specific information on worksheets and indicates completion of the work on the batch;
- Verifies data previously transcribed or entered in order to detect errors by re-entering the data using the same source documents originally used.
- Generates reports as requested;
- Programs computers to produce reports.

Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma and either: (A)
(B) Satisfactory completion of a course in data entry or key punch machine operation; or
(C) One year of experience in typing; or
(D) An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A), (B) or (C).

This will be a performance test which will require you to use a personal computer (PC) to enter data into electronic records. You will enter three sets of data. One set will consist of all numbers, another of all letters, and the third will consist of both numbers and letters. You will be rated on both speed and accuracy. Each of the three sets will have a 10 minute time limit. In order to pass the test you must enter the data at a rate of at least 6000 keystrokes per hour and with an error rate of not more than 3 percent. Issued 08/01/00 Revised 5/12/09 Revised 6/28/18 Revised Date: June 26, 2020

Candidates must have been legal residents of Seneca County or one of the six contiguous counties for one month preceding the date of application. Preference in appointment may be given to successful candidates who have been legal residents of the municipality in which appointment is to be made for at least one month prior to the date of certification and are residents of such municipality at the time of appointment.

Applications will be accepted continuously with tests being scheduled by the Seneca County Personnel Office. Names of eligibles will be inserted, according to their final rating, on such list from time to time as applicants are tested and found qualified on the examinations held at such intervals. Eligibility is limited to a one-year period. occur in Seneca County Departments.