What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Data Entry Operator (Sr. DEO) position at City of Houston, TX?
Salary : $15.81 - $29.88 Hourly
Location : 1200 Travis
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 36212
Department : HOUSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
Opening Date : 02 / 05 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 11 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications accepted from : ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Job Classification : SENIOR DATA ENTRY OPERATOR
Posting Number : PN# 36212
Division : NORTH BELT DIVISION
Reporting Location : 100 GLENBOROUGH
Workdays & Hours : MONDAY - FRIDAY; 8 AM - 4 PM
- Subject to change
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Acts as lead worker entering data from various source documents to provide information necessary for the processing of specific legal and administrative reports, forms, certificates and data. Monitors input to ensure compliance with production schedules. Enters data into computers to record or verify a variety of complex or encoded data with a high level of speed and accuracy.
RESPONSIBILITIES :
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable most of the time with occasional periods of stooping, bending and / or light lifting of materials of up to 10 pounds.
There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and / or extensive use of a monitor.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearance where required."
If applicable, the applicant's past performance evaluations, past and present supervisory recommendations, and / or Internal Affairs complaint history will be reviewed and considered.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and mathematical functions as might be acquired through specialized training of up to 9 months of education or training beyond the high school level. May have simple vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years of data entry experience or clerical / secretarial experience with a heavy volume of typing are required.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None.
PREFERENCES
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION
YES , this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Pay Grade 12
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at :
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting : or call 713-308-1289.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 713-308-1289. (TTY 7-1-1)
If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.
Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include :
For plan details, visit
What is the highest level of education you have obtained?
How many years of verifiable work experience do you have performing data entry / clerical duties with heavy data entry responsibility?
How many years of experience reviewing criminal history reports do you have?
Do you have experience with processing court ordered expungement orders?
Provide details of how you acquired your expungement experience. If none, enter N / A
Do you have experience with processing nondisclosure orders?
Provide details of how you acquired your nondisclosure experience. If none, enter N / A
Do you have experience with JWEB?
Provide details of how you acquired your JWEB experience. If none, enter N / A.
Do you have experience with a law enforcement RMS?
Provide details of how you acquired your law enforcement RMS experience. If none, enter N / A.
Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Required Question
Salary : $16 - $30
