What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Entry Specialist position at Parents as Teachers?
Position Summary:
The Data Entry Specialist plays a critical role in supporting our home visiting program and Family Resource Center by ensuring accurate, timely, and confidential entry and maintenance of client, program, and partner data. This role contributes to our mission by helping maintain records that support funding, compliance, and quality improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Enter, verify, and update program and client data into various systems (e.g., Visit Tracker, PIERS, donor platforms).
- Maintain accurate records of family services, screenings, referrals, attendance, and follow-ups.
- Work collaboratively with staff to ensure data is complete, accurate, and corrected as needed.
- Assist with survey input, outcome tracking, and communication logs.
- Generate data summaries and visualizations to support grant reporting, board meetings, and evaluation.
- Uphold confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and internal protocols.
- Provide general administrative support as needed.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s degree or coursework in office administration, data systems, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in data entry, office administration, or nonprofit program support.
- High attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word) and experience with databases or data tracking systems.
- Strong time management and ability to meet multiple deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Experience in a nonprofit, education, or human services setting is a plus.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
- Must be able to pass a criminal history background check and a Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Central Registry check as a condition of employment.
Working Conditions:
- Office environment with occasional flexibility to work remotely.
- May require sitting for extended periods and repetitive data entry.
- Occasional evening or weekend support for events or reporting deadlines.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: Up to $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20