Data Specialist

ENCOMPASS RESOURCES FOR LEARNING INC; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 25,995 - 32,965; Full time

Job summary

ENCOMPASS RESOURCES FOR LEARNING INC in Rochester, NY is seeking a Data Specialist to support the Data team by tracking, collecting, and validating data across programs. You will enter data into the EnCompass database and extract datasets for monthly reporting.

The role requires attention to detail, experience with Excel and Google Sheets, and the ability to collaborate with diverse programs while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; 1–2 years of data entry experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Ability to handle large data sets and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and deadline management.
• Effective communication and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Track and collect data for programs and enter into the EnCompass database.
• Extract data to Excel and create monthly reports.
• Clean data by removing duplicates and applying filters.
• Collaborate with programs to meet data-related needs.
• Retrieve and report specific program data points on request.

Skills

Data entry

Microsoft Excel

Google Sheets

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree preferred

Tools

EnCompass database

Microsoft Word

Google Sheets

Job description

About Our Organization:EnCompass: Resources for Learning is a nonprofit organization established in 2004 by families, educators, and community leaders to meet the needs of Rochester students. Today, EnCompass provides 2,400 students and their families, annually, with a cradle-to-career pathway of academic, wraparound, college and career-readiness, and job training and placement services.Summary:The Data Specialist is a member of the EnCompass Data team that will support the Data and Evaluation Manager with data needs for various programs throughout the Encompass organization, including but not limited to, tracking and collecting data, data entry, data extraction and cleaning, and report making. The Data Specialist position requires attention to detail and accuracy.Job Responsibilities:Track and collect data for EnCompass’ student and family-facing programs.Enter relevant data into the EnCompass database.Extract data from the database by downloading to Excel.Clean data by removing duplicate entries, correcting formatting, and adding appropriate filters.Create program-specific and organization-wide reports on a monthly basis.Collaborate with various programs to meet their unique data-related needs.Retrieve and report specific program data points upon requestKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Unyielding commitment to students, families, and the EnCompass missionEffective communication skillsCommitment to the principles of multiculturalism, diversity, and collegialityAbility to recognize and maintain confidentiality in job-related mattersExperience working with large data setsExperience writing formulas in Microsoft ExcelAdvanced operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Google SheetsDeadline management and prioritizationOrganizational skills and attention to detailCritical thinking and problem solving skillsQualifications:Minimum – High School Degree or equivalent, 1-2 years of relevant experience in data entry using Microsoft Excel and Google SheetsPreferred – Associate’s Degree, 3-4 years of relevant experience in data entry using Microsoft Excel and Google SheetsSalary:$18.87 - $23.93/hour based on relevant work experienceScheduling:Typical business hours.On-site role; we don't offer remote work.Commitment to DEI:It is our pledge to nourish an organizational culture which strives to:Embrace diversity in all forms and structure policies and practices to increase representation of qualified individuals who reflect the communities we servePrioritize equity in employment, compensation, promotion, and professional developmentIncrease access to quality services, educational and economic opportunities, and lifelong success for students and familiesValue the unique backgrounds and experiences of each person we employ and serveCultivate a work environment where all people feel safe to express ideas