Data Specialist

JW Affinity IT; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

JW Affinity IT is an IT solutions provider serving schools and private organizations with strategic technology projects. The role focuses on maintaining and transforming district data for operations and reporting, with emphasis on accuracy and compliance.

The position requires 2–4 years in data operations, strong Excel and SQL skills, and detail-oriented, analytical communication abilities. ESG and inclusive environment are emphasized.

Qualifications

• As per requirements, degree in IS/DC/Business or related field or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years in data operations, reporting, or data support.
• Advanced Excel and working knowledge of SQL required.
• Experience with data quality, reconciliation, imports/exports, privacy, and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical and communication skills, with K–12/data experience preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Maintains, validates, reconciles, and supports district data used by operational and reporting systems.
• Performs data entry and transformation, investigates discrepancies, and supports imports/exports.
• Documents data definitions and works with users and technical teams to improve accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Advanced Excel

SQL

Data quality

Reconciliation

Documentation

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or Associate in information systems / data management / business

Job description

Dallas, United States | Posted on 08/04/2026

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Job Summary

Maintains, validates, reconciles, and supports district data used by operational and reporting systems. Performs data entry and transformation, investigates discrepancies, supports imports and exports, documents data definitions, and works with users and technical teams to improve accuracy and completeness.

Requirements

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in information systems, data management, business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 2–4 years of data operations, reporting, or application data support experience
• Advanced Excel skills and working knowledge of SQL
• Experience with data quality, reconciliation, file imports/exports, privacy, and documentation
• High attention to detail and strong analytical and communication skills. Student information or K–12 data experience preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and relevant professional experience may be considered. Assignment-specific requirements may apply.

JW Affinity IT is a full-service IT solutions provider supporting schools and private organizations with strategic, innovative technology projects. We take the time to understand our clients’ needs to successfully develop, implement, and manage each initiative. JW is a certified small, woman- and minority-owned business through the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and innovative workplace where different perspectives lead to better IT solutions.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment.