Data Collector

Yasama Nation; Toppenish (WA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

A Tribal Health Organization is seeking a Data Collector responsible for managing sensitive client data and conducting data collection activities. The successful candidate will oversee focus groups, train support personnel, and ensure project data integrity. A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or significant data management experience is required, alongside excellent organizational skills and the ability to uphold confidentiality standards. The position offers a full-time hourly wage of $22.17 in Toppenish, Washington.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or two years of excel data management experience.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Valid Washington State Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data collection and data entry activities.
• Design procedures for focus groups and survey questionnaires.
• Supervise data collection personnel.
• Collect, enter, and track participant data.
• Assist in data cleaning and management.

Skills

Knowledge of Yakama Nation Behavioral Health Services

Knowledge of HIPAA and 3rd Party Billing

Data collection methodologies

Organized decision making

Organizational and record keeping skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excel proficiency

Ability to communicate effectively

Relationship building with community partners

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, health science, psychology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Announcement # 2026-044  |  Issue Date: 04-17-26  |  Closing Date: Open until filled

Data Collector

Tiináwit

Department of Tribal Health

Hourly Wage: $22.17/Regular/Full-Time

Overview

The Data Collector will be responsible for project activities and will be responsible for conducting data collection and data entering activities at Yakama Nation Behavior Health Services (YNBHS). This person will need to be prepared to deal with sensitive client information and to create a climate of confidentiality and data integrity.

Examples of Work Performed

• Participate in designing procedures for and overseeing focus groups, survey questionnaires, and clinic data, including troubleshooting data collection problems.
• Hire, train, and supervise data collection support personnel.
• Represent the study to potential participants, answer questions, and screen for eligibility. Collect, data enter, and track participant data.
• Train other staff in carrying out recruitment, interviewing and data collection activities.
• Assist in data cleaning, management, and analysis.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Program Director.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have knowledge of Yakama Nation Behavioral Health Services mission, services, and functionality.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, 3rd Party Billing, and how it relates to YNBHS.
• Knowledge in data collection methodologies.
• Skills in organized and detail-oriented decision making.
• Excellent organizational and record keeping skills with at least 2 years managing data for social programs.
• Computer skills including the use of Microsoft Office applications, and proficient knowledge of Excel.
• Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time in the context of a quality improvement program.
• Ability to set priorities, set timelines, and accomplish goals on time.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work successfully with high-level professionals.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with members and other Tribal departments and community partners.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work, health science, psychology, or an allied social or behavioral science or two years experience in excel data management.
• Supervisory experience required with experience that reflects the ability to work with both Tribal and Non-Tribal providers.
• Must uphold strict confidentiality.
• Required to pass pre-employment background check.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License with the ability to obtain a Yakama Nation Driving permit.
• Required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Preferred Requirements

• Enrolled Yakama Preference, but all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.