How to hire an information operator

How to hire an information operator, step by step

Here's a step-by-step information operator hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an information operator job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new information operator
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The information operator hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them an information operator to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire an information operator that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of information operator salaries for various roles:

   Type of Information Operator	Description	Hourly rate
   Information Operator	Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers or IT project managers, plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.	$16-35
   Information Technology Supervisor, Information Technology	An information technology supervisor of information technology is primarily in charge of overseeing a company's IT operations, ensuring efficiency and smooth workflow. It is their duty to spearhead projects, set goals and objectives, coordinate staff, manage budgets and timelines, perform installations and upgrades, and develop strategies to optimize operations... Show more	$39-70
   Information Technology Systems Manager	An information technology systems manager is responsible for monitoring the efficiency and optimal performance of the organization's technology systems. Information technology systems managers ensure the safety and security of all the network systems, developing standard operating procedures to avoid unauthorized access and suspicious activities... Show more	$45-85

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Co-Op
   • Desktop
   • Troubleshoot
   • Linux
   • Java
   • Computer System
   • VMware
   • Project Management
   • Unix
   • Technical Support
   • SharePoint
   • Virtualization
   • Software Systems
   • Windows Server

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage multiple logistics database projects to include usability testing, functional testing and risk assessments.
   • Generate daily, weekly and monthly report using command in the Linux system and executing JAVA program.
   • Work with Vmware ESX, Vsphere, Vcenter, VMotion, etc ...
   • Perform system backups and startups on MPE-XL and UNIX systems.
   • Assist with creating a SharePoint site for storing the team important information.
   • Perform complex hardware, software, and telephone break/fix activities across standard desktop and wireless technologies.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the information operator job description is a good way to get more applicants. An information operator salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for an information operator in Minnesota may be lower than in Nevada, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level information operator. Additionally, an information operator with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average information operator salary

   $50,840yearly

   $24.44 hourly rate

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   Entry-level information operator salary

   $35,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 20, 2026

   Average information operator salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$68,243	$33
   2	Arizona	$53,677	$26
   3	Connecticut	$53,480	$26
   4	Texas	$53,266	$26
   5	New York	$51,161	$25
   6	Pennsylvania	$49,620	$24
   7	New Mexico	$48,555	$23
   8	Washington	$47,284	$23
   9	Illinois	$46,958	$23
   10	Georgia	$46,632	$22
   11	Virginia	$45,600	$22
   12	Michigan	$45,350	$22
   13	Massachusetts	$45,273	$22
   14	Wisconsin	$44,923	$22
   15	Ohio	$44,842	$22
   16	Indiana	$44,607	$21
   17	Missouri	$43,885	$21
   18	Florida	$43,618	$21
   19	North Carolina	$43,153	$21
   20	Nebraska	$40,718	$20

   Average information operator salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Emerson	$60,923	$29.29	18
   2	Capgemini	$58,677	$28.21	31
   3	Northwest Federal Credit Union	$55,382	$26.63
   4	Navy Federal Credit Union	$53,017	$25.49
   5	BRMi	$52,090	$25.04	2
   6	Grainger	$51,807	$24.91	2
   7	Novetta	$51,722	$24.87
   8	Sonoco	$51,404	$24.71	2
   9	Shaw Industries	$50,548	$24.30	4
   10	Prostar Services, Inc.	$50,526	$24.29	2
   11	TE Connectivity Networks�Inc	$50,516	$24.29	12
   12	A & S Co	$50,516	$24.29
   13	Katalyst Surgical	$50,516	$24.29
   14	UCHealth	$50,148	$24.11	3
   15	Magna International	$49,787	$23.94	16
   16	Kforce	$49,409	$23.75	29
   17	Green Mountain Coffee Roasters	$48,899	$23.51
   18	Eurofins	$48,803	$23.46	13
   19	Mattel	$48,291	$23.22
   20	Retool	$47,616	$22.89

4. Writing an information operator job description

   A good information operator job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of an information operator job description:

   Information operator job description example

   Job Title
   
   Summer 2023 Information Technology Co-Op (remote)
   
   Position Overview
   
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   Shaw Industries is looking for a curious student who enjoys learning how things work and collaborating toward solutions to complex problems! Our ideal candidate wants to work on projects that have an immediate and lasting impact for external and internal customers, has a passion for technology and a can-do positive, proactive attitude. Other important characteristics are a strong desire to learn and develop in addition to strong written & verbal communication skills. We need a candidate who can be a valued team member for hardware and software needs and is great at providing front line user support for all of Shaw's internal tools and technologies.
   
   Are you looking for the opportunity to work on diverse products and projects while you apply classroom learning to real world problems? Do you want to experience troubleshooting, respond to inquiries, and find solutions to technical challenges? Do you want to work on strategic and value add projects? Do you want to develop a network of contacts and mentors through other interns and employees and gain experience and impact the future of work? Would you like to spend time participating in fun, social events to connect with peers, build community, network, experience Shaw's culture, leadership and executives? If this sounds like you, then connect with us to attempt things you never thought were possible!
   
   If selected you will be working in one of the below areas:
   
   + IT Fulfillment - Receive hands-on experience installing and supporting computing devices in the field -- including PC's, Macs, tablets, phones, network routers/switches, servers, and peripherals.
   
   + IT Technology - Receive hands-on experience installing and configuring enterprise technology platforms that might include: Windows Server 2008/2012/2016; Linux (CentOS, Red Hat Enterprise Linux) servers; Desktop and client operating systems such as Windows 7/10 and mac OS, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit imaging, and Microsoft PowerShell scripting.
   
   + Service Desk / Operations - Provide technical support and troubleshooting services to corporate end-users who need assistance with their computer hardware, software, or critical systems. This is a front-line team position with opportunity for exposure to all aspects of Shaw's business.
   
   + Security - Responsible for understanding and planning for risks to the security of information or data, safeguarding information system assets by proactively identifying, mitigating and solving potential security concerns, as well as triaging actual security concerns.
   
   Requirements:
   
   + Minimum GPA 2.5
   
   + Must have completed at least 3 or more semesters of college coursework
   
   + Must be a full-time student and registered with your university's co-op or career services office
   
   + Obtaining a degree in Computer Science or other related field
   
   Work Shift
   
   8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM
   
   Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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5. Post your job

   To find information operators for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any information operators they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level information operators with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your information operator job on Zippia to find and recruit information operator candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit information operators, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new information operator

   Once you've selected the best information operator candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new information operator first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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