Disaster Assistance Data Operator
Job Field: Office Jobs
Location: Texas
JOB SUMMARY:
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Disaster Assistance Data Operator
NOTE: Positions advertised with this position description are temporary and will only be filled after a disaster declaration. Management is recruiting to identify qualified candidates that may be hired on short notice to fulfill the operations requirements when there is a federal disaster. Job requires working beyond normal work hours including holidays and weekends when necessary, especially in the first months after a disaster declaration.
Performs data entry for the Other Needs Assistance (ONA) provision of the Federal Assistance for Individuals and Households Program (IHP) to assist victims in meeting disaster related expenses or serious needs. Data enters disbursement information received from the Comptroller into the federal National Emergency Management Information System (NEMIS) to update client payment status. Completes batching of payments made to clients to ensure there are no rejects in the system. Enters recoupment information and client information for lost/stolen warrant claims and fraud referrals. Verifies, researches, corrects, or retrieves information and tracks payments to clients in the Health and Human Services Administrative System (HHSAS). Answers client inquiries to track status of grants approved for payment and runs daily reports using NEMIS and HHSAS. Instructs other operators to perform assignments.
Essential Job Functions
Enters data and conducts inquiry into an automated system(s). (40%)
Prepares basic level ongoing or special narrative or statistical reports. (10%)
Communicates on a basic level with others (internally or externally) to provide, exchange, or verify information, answer inquiries, address issue, or resolve/report problems or complaints. (10%)
Researches and validates or corrects computer files to ensure accuracy of data. (15%)
Monitors/controls/prepares batched input documents for data entry. (15%)
Provides instruction, guidance, or training to staff. (10%)
Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications
N/A
Knowledge Skills Abilities
Ability to complete data entry functions.
Knowledge of disbursement information received from the State ComptrollerA