Data Processing Technician 
Information Technology Department
Starting Salary: $50,760
Salary Range: $50,760 - $70,907

Duties: Under direction, creates appropriate coding and suitable forms for transmitting information to a data processing center to ensure the desired printout or information storage; does related work as required.

Requirements: Two (2) years of experience in the design and preparation of programs for information processing equipment utilizing current operating systems and technology. Three (3) to five (5) years of general computer desktop, server and networking experience preferred. 

Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Satisfactory completion of a course of study in electronic data processing at a recognized college or university or accredited school of programming may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience. 

Strong working knowledge in Microsoft SQL, database design, software design, Exchange, Windows Server, Windows OS, and Microsoft Office preferred. 

Strong time management skills, project planning and implementation.  Must be a self-starter who is able to work on projects alone or in a group.

Knowledge of modern office methods and procedures. Knowledge of digital computer equipment capabilities. Knowledge of electronic computer programming procedures and techniques and of the factors involved in the analysis, planning, and design of data processing systems. 

Ability to analyze data. Ability to reason logically and to draw sound conclusions in recommending courses of action. Ability to review and comprehend agency programs, processes, and methods. Ability to utilize accepted data processing procedures, methods, and techniques. Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Ability to adhere to applicable security awareness, conflict of interest, and confidentiality guidelines and regulations.  

Hours: Typical work week is 40 hours per week, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM Monday through Friday. Flexibility to work some nights and weekends on an as-needed basis may be required. This position includes work outside of the office at remote locations within the county.

Note: Offers of employment for this title are contingent upon successful completion of physical fitness testing that includes all drug screenings. Appointees will be required to possess a valid New Jersey driver's license.   

Applicants should submit a cover letter and work history to: 
Department of Personnel
HR@cumberlandcountynj.gov
Or complete an application online and upload resume at https://www.cumberlandcountynj.gov/jobs.
Posting open until filled