Target Abuse Call (TAC) Program Data Collection Specialist

ccsao; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook County States Attorneys Office CCSAO is seeking a Data Collection Specialist for the Target Abuser Call TAC program. You will ensure data accuracy across CCSAO and University of Chicago teams, coordinating with researchers and service providers.

The role supports the expansion of a two-year grant funded initiative, with duties spanning data entry, quality checks, and process documentation. Full-time, Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4:30pm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong data entry accuracy.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to work independently.
• Clear communication and the ability to coordinate with a range of stakeholders.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving program needs.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Enter, organize and maintain up to date case records across multiple sources.
• Help standardize and document data entry processes.
• Conduct routine data quality checks for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify and resolve data inconsistencies or gaps.
• Coordinate between research partners and program staff across teams.
• Follow up with TAC teams to ensure accurate data entry.
• Support data sharing by preparing structured datasets for transfer to research.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in social science/public policy/data science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Job Title

Target Abuse Call TAC Program Data Collection Specialist

Reports to Supervising ASA Grade 16 Salary 60000 70000 grant funded Location 555 W Harrison Bureau Administrative Services Bureau DivisionUnit Domestic Violence Application deadline October 14 2026

Primary Function

The Data Collection Specialist will support the implementation and evaluation of the Target Abuser Call TAC program a Cook County States Attorneys Office CCSAO initiative that provides coordinated support to victims in high risk domestic violence cases This role is responsible for ensuring high quality accurate and efficient data collection across the multiple CCSAO and University of Chicago teams involved in the program This position will collaborate with legal staff investigators service providers and research partners to support consistent data practices and maintain alignment with program and research goals during a period of expansion

Additional Information

This is a 2 year grant funded program

Working Environment

• Full time position
• Monday Friday Hours 830 am 430 pm

Physical Requirements

• Light Work The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently
• You may need to lift carry push or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly and occasionally heavier items
• The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles

Duties and Responsibilities

• Enter organize and maintain up to date case records across multiple sources
• Help standardize and document data entry processes
• Conduct routine data quality checks to ensure completeness and accuracy
• Identify and help resolve data inconsistencies or gaps
• Serve as a point of coordination between research partners and program staff across multiple teams
• Follow up with TAC teams to ensure accurate data entry
• Support tracking systems that ensure alignment between program implementation program structure and research design
• Support data sharing processes by preparing structured datasets for transfer to research
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned

Qualifications Required

• Bachelors degree in social science public policy data science or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to work independently
• Clear communication skills and the ability to coordinate with a range of stakeholders
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving program needs
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Preferred Experience

• with Microsoft Access
• Experience in research data collection or program evaluation academic or professional experience
• Experience working with administrative or case management data
• Interest in social impact research or public sector work
• Experience identifying process improvements or solving data related challenges

Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Message

The Cook County States Attorneys Office CCSAO is an equal opportunity employer which seeks to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex pregnancy national origin age physical and mental disability sexual orientation gender identity gender expression and any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law Upon request the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy The EEOP report can be found on our website at wwwcookcountystatesattorneyorg