Part-Time Data Clerk

VIA LINK, Inc.; Metairie (LA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

VIA LINK, Inc. seeks a Part-Time Data Entry Clerk to support emergency shelter data operations. You will manage HMIS records for Unity Continuum of Care in a hybrid role with 3 in-office days in Metairie, LA and remaining hours remote.

The position offers an hourly rate of $15.00 and requires attention to detail and reliable data entry skills. Responsibilities include updating shelter data quality, generating reports, and supporting additional HMIS projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with data entry and maintaining accurate records.
• Willingness to learn HMIS and related databases.
• Strong attention to detail and reliability.
• Ability to communicate clearly by phone, email and in person.

Responsibilities

• Daily management and updating of emergency shelter data quality.
• Generate and send custom HMIS reports.
• Support additional data entry projects as assigned.
• Occasionally work on-site at shelters and interact with residents and staff.
• Assist HMIS Administrator with the Identification Card System.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Communication skills

Data entry experience

Phone/email/in-person communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Email

Job description

Part-Time Data Entry Clerk (Hybrid)

VIA LINK is seeking a detail-oriented Part-Time Data Entry Clerk to support emergency shelter data operations. This role maintains accurate records in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) on behalf of the Unity Continuum of Care (CoC), a coalition of local agencies coordinating services for people experiencing homelessness.

Compensation and Schedule

• Hourly rate: $15.00,
• Schedule: Part-time, 25 hours per week,
• Work location: Hybrid - 3 days in-office (Mon/Tue/Wed) in Metairie, LA; remaining hours remote.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily management and updating of emergency shelter data quality for the Unity Continuum of Care,
• Generate and send custom reports,
• Support additional data entry projects as assigned,
• Work occasionally on-site at emergency shelters, which may involve direct interaction with shelter residents and staff,
• Support the HMIS Administrator with the Identification Card System

Qualifications,

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel (including basic formulas and data sorting/filtering), and email,
• Willingness to learn new databases and systems (HMIS training provided),
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone, email, and in person,
• Strong attention to detail and reliability,
• Previous data entry experience preferred.