HARRIS COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT

SUMMARY JOB REQUIREMENTS

SCANNING TECHNICIAN – OFFICE SERVICES - LIBRARY/SCANNING SECTION

JOB TITLE:                          SCANNING TECHNICIAN

POSITION TITLE:               ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT III

GENERAL SUMMARY

Responsible for scanning and retrieving documents and coordinating reproduction requests.  Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

• Loading, organizing, scanning, digital editing and enhancement of 35 mm slides and photographic images
• Receiving, scanning indexing and sorting daily mail by departments
• Scanning, sorting and indexing reports and construction plans
• Scanning and indexing documentation
• Searching for information using the OTG (scanning) application
• Checking index of scanned mail for accuracy
• Other duties may be added as job directs.

KNOWLEDGE

• Must be high school graduate or have GED
• Must have exceptional attention to detail
• Must be familiar with PC, scanner software and hardware
• Must be able to perform computer searches, verify accuracy and index documents
• Prefer experience in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Picture Manager or Photoshop or an equivalent photo editor and photo editing techniques
• Must read and comprehend such written and graphic materials to understand appropriate indexing terms
• Must have mechanical abilities to use scanner hardware
• Must write/record legible notes of activity and correctly complete required forms
• Must solve simple mathematical problems that may be required in normal work situations
• Must effectively communicate with coworkers, general public, industry and/or governmental representatives
• Must use proper grammar, correct spelling and punctuation, simple formats and filing systems

LICENSE

Valid Class “C” Texas Operator Driver’s License

PHYSICAL EXERTION

Maximum exertion of up to 50 pounds.  Requires frequent operation of office equipment such as computer, scanner, photocopier, telephone, facsimile, calculator, and other equipment required for clerical operations.  Requires sorting, filing, shelving and otherwise handling related materials.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE

Indoor is climate controlled with normal office environment including acceptable lighting, temperature, and air condition.  Requires frequent use of video display terminal.  May be exposed to fluids, compounds and/or chemicals used in cleaning offices and/or work areas.  May be exposed to fluids, compounds, and/or chemicals used for photographic or photocopier development or reproduction.

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