Production Operations Controller (Data Processing Specialist)(UMP)
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Job Requisition ID: 52280
Posting Date: 12/17/2025
Closing Date: 01/02/2026
Agency: Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: DATA PROCESSING SPEC - 11430
Skill Option: UMP Certificate
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,586 a month; Full Range $4,586 to $6,228 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: None
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as a Production Operations Controller for the DoIT independently analyzing, scheduling, and performing advanced production control functions, utilizing automated scheduling software such as CA-Scheduler to ensure successful completion. In this role, you will perform library functions, including setup, scheduling, and submission of commands and production jobs to perform moves, purges, deletions, and restorations of production files for systems that are part of the Shared Services Consolidation. Additionally, you will monitor the processing of library and Mobius batch jobs to guarantee execution and successful completion according to schedule and coordinates the proper handling of special production requests from submission to completion with priorities. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!
As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
- Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
- 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
- 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
- 3 paid personal business days per year
- 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
- Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Essential Functions
- Under general direction, serves as a Production Operations Controller for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) independently analyzing, scheduling, and performing advanced production control functions, utilizing automated scheduling software such as CA-Scheduler to ensure successful completion.
- Monitors the processing of library and Mobius batch jobs to guarantee execution and successful completion according to schedule and coordinates the proper handling of special production requests from submission to completion with priorities.
- Verifies batch processing jobs have successfully completed and reviews jobs that abnormally terminate and takes corrective action to restart processing or notifying programming/systems staff for required intervention.
- Provides technical expertise, guidance, and assistance to co-workers in resolving problematic situations and assists with job analysis work on abends and errors to achieve successful job completions for all library batch processing moves performed.
- Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through online training platforms, meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures.
- Monitors the appropriateness and accuracy of operation documentation maintained for completeness of information and reviews jobs and documentation for adherence to established standards.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
- Requires three (3) years of previous experience such as is typically gained at the Data Processing Technician level.
OR
- Requires two (2) years of college including coursework in the data processing field.
- Requires two (2) years of related experience.
Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this classification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years of professional experience in production control operations, including the independent analysis, scheduling, and execution of batch processing using Job Control Language (JCL) while modifying JCL with special parameters to ensure accurate processing of production files and successful job completion, including performing library management functions (moves, purges, deletions, restorations) and conducting abend and utility analysis to resolve complex processing issues.
- Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing 3270 emulation software such as BlueZone, with proficiency in Time-Sharing Options (TSO/ISPF) for conducting research analysis, troubleshooting job abends, and performing advanced system navigation and file management within a mainframe environment, including reviewing termination codes, executing corrective actions, and coordinating with programming and systems teams as required.
- Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing automated job scheduling tools such as CA-Scheduler or similar, including the setup, monitoring, and coordination of batch job execution to ensure timely and accurate processing in a high-volume production environment.
- Three (3) years of professional experience with online report viewing and archival/distribution software such as Mobius View or similar, including configuring user access, monitoring batch job output, and ensuring the integrity and availability of production reports for end user and stakeholders.
- Three (3) years of professional experience in disaster recovery planning and execution, including the analysis and maintenance of backup procedures for production libraries, system catalogs, and Category 1 applications to ensure business continuity and data integrity in the event of system failures or outages.
- Ability to analyze data logically and exercise sound judgement in defining and evaluating problems of an operational or procedural nature.
- Ability to gain and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, clients, and others.
- Developed verbal and written communication skills to present technical information clearly and precisely to diverse audiences, including business users, development teams, and agency executives.
Conditions of Employment
NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.
• Requires the ability to verify identity.
• Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
• Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties.
• Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
• Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires the ability to serve in an on-call capacity.
• Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to job duties.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
• The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.
Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
Headquarter Location: 120 W Jefferson St Springfield, IL 62702-5170
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Lorna Bock
Email: Lorna.A.Bock@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield