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Data Processing Specialist

Jackson State University
Jackson, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 10/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/8/2027

Description

The Department of Undergraduate Admissions is accepting applications for its Data Processing Specialist position.

Examples of Duties

  • Key documents as required: high school and college transcripts, test scores, etc.
  • Liaison to support all functions Relief for front desk personnel.
  • Provide customer service support as it relates to the student admission process.
  • Assist with maintaining the electronic portals for transcripts (E-Scripts, Parchment, etc.).
  • Responsible for the storage and retrieval of received transcripts and other documents.
  • Enter data in Banner as needed: High school information, test score information.
  • Responsible for pushing new apps.
  • Responsible for indexing and linking documents (scanning and attaching to Banner record).
  • Download documents from admissions mailboxes: faxes, transcripts and future tigers, etc.
  • Assist with events as needed.
  • Work extended hours as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree Required.
  • Data entry experience required.
  • 3-5 years higher education or related experience preferred.
  • Experience with Ellucian Banner system a plus.
  • Must be proficient in use of a computer.
  • Ability to work with large amounts of data with speed and accuracy.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
  • Must be detail-oriented; self-motivated, show initiative and be able to work independently.
  • Must provide excellent customer service to students, parents, and the entire University family and other community constituents.

Salary : $35,326 - $52,300

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