SHELTER AND HOUSING DATA ENTRY SPECIALIST

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Assist with Homeless Management Information Systems (HMIS) database, Community Service Point (CSP), operations by working with staff to enter data in effective, clear, timely and error free manner. Support the maintenance, quality, training, and reporting of CSP participant data.

Essential Functions (specific duties include - but are not limited to):

• Complete agency wide CSP Universal Data Elements and Shelter and Housing Intake data entry (within 24 business hours) as well as other program specific data entry (as defined by Manager)
• Monitor data accuracy, maintain working knowledge of funding requirements and HUD data standards as it pertains to data.
• Address and resolve data inconsistencies by working with staff to update any missing or incomplete data.
• Work with staff to create, maintain, and enhance workflows and processes to ensure participant data is entered accurately, timely, and completely into CSP.
  • Troubleshoot data errors/issues as identified by users / reports.
  • Report reconciliation - understanding of compliance and requirements, assessing data accuracy, and determining necessary data updates / changes / corrections by End Users
  • Attend departmental Unit Meetings as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Candidates for this position must possess the following skills: experience with database entry, the ability to communicate information and follow instruction, high level attention to detail, accuracy and ease with data entry, effective interpersonal and communication skills to accomplish program objectives, and effective teamwork skills to interact with Integrated Services Team. Ability to take direction and work autonomously. Must be positive, cooperative, and supportive. Valid driver's license with clean driving record and proof of current automobile insurance required.

Educational Requirements: Candidates for this position are required to have a diploma or certificate of completion from an accredited high school or equivalent program. Prior experience in database systems, use of Microsoft Excel and Outlook required. Experience with Homeless Management Information Systems preferred. Must be positive, cooperative, and supportive.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Work Environment: This position has contact with all levels of personnel within the organization, and other agencies. Typical office setting with the ability to work most hours from home.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: Part time position, averaging 12 - 15 hours a week. Flexible hours/schedule pending the needs of HSP. Position will average 624 hours during the fiscal year.

Travel Requirements: Minimal, local trainings possibly