Data Entry Specialist

State-of-Georgi; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Athens Technical College is hiring a Data Entry Specialist to support student records and registration operations. This role requires accuracy, confidentiality, and strong data-handling skills in a higher education setting.

You will enter data into the Banner system, process transcripts, manage enrollment verification letters, and assist with graduation activities while coordinating with students and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree and three years of work-related experience.
• Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
• Two years’ experience in data processing.
• Experience using Degree Works and BANNER student information system.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Answer the phone and assist callers as needed.
• Assist students during open registration.
• Register credit students during drop/add.
• Process drop/add, withdrawal, change of grade and credit-by-exam forms.
• Input data in the BANNER student information system and communicate with students as needed.
• Enters data from forms, records and/or reports using student information database software.
• Processes transcript requests.
• Scan forms and documents for student records.
• Exercise confidentiality in handling students’ records.
• Process enrollment verification letters when needed.
• Assist with graduation applications, audits, and ceremony preparation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data entry

Communication

Confidentiality

Customer service

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

BANNER system

Degree Works

Microsoft Office

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia!Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!Job Title:Data Entry SpecialistAgency:Athens Technical CollegeJob Requisition ID:JR0000004527Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:SALARY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE. STATE OF GEORGIA BENEFITS PACKAGE.Job Description:Responsibilities:Answer the phone and assist callers as needed.Assist students during open registration.Register credit students during drop/add.Process drop/add, withdrawal, change of grade and credit-by-exam forms.Input data in the BANNER student information system and communicate with students as needed.Enters data from forms, records and/or reports using student information database software.Processes transcript requests.Scan forms and documents for student records.Exercise confidentiality in handling students’ records.Process enrollment verification letters when needed.Assist with graduation applications, audits, and ceremony preparation.Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Associates degree *and* three (3) years of work-related experience.Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.Preferred Qualifications:Two (2) years’ experience in data processing.Experience using Degree Works and BANNER student information system.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.Excellent oral and written communication.To apply, submit your cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) professional references, and unofficial transcripts. Incomplete applications will not be considered.NOTE: Official transcripts will be required upon an offer of employment. Official copies of transcripts may be sent directly to: Athens Technical College, Attn: Human Resources, 800 U.S. Highway 29 N, Athens, GA 30601 or send electronically to [e-mail] .**Employment is contingent based upon successful completion of appropriate background checks.Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.Athens Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.The following individuals have been designated to coordinate the college's implementation of nondiscrimination policies: Susan Fyffe, Director of Student Support Services, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator, Office K-614A, 706/355- 5081, [e-mail] ; Courtney Mattox, Director of Human Resources; Title VI, Title VII, Title IX Coordinator (Employees), Office K-514, [e-mail] , 706/583-2818; and Susan Fyffe, Vice President of Student Affairs, Title IX (Students) Office H-774, 706/355-5029, [e-mail] , 800 U.S. Highway 29 North, Athens, GA 30601.Minimum Qualifications:Associate's degree *and* Three (3) years of work related experience-Note: Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.Equal Employment Opportunity EmployerThe State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.