Data Entry Specialist - New York, NY

Job Description

Job Description

ABOUT US 

New York Edge is the largest after-school and summer camp program provider in New York City public schools. Each year, academic programs, including STEM, the Arts, Sports and Wellness, and College Access, help 40,000 students develop leadership skills and succeed in school. Working parents count on our programs to provide safe and enriching environments for their children.

Summary: 

New York Edge is seeking Data Specialists who will be responsible for all data entry at the site level for a particular program. The Data Specialist will play a critical role in assisting the Program Director and New York Edge in running reports and tracking data which details the program's successes, highlights, and deficits. 

Schedule: 

• Part-Time

• Up to 20 hours per week while school is in session

• Up to 25 hours per week while school is not in session

• Monday – Friday 

• This role requires you to be in-person. 

Pay: 

$20-$25 per hour

Pay is commensurate with experience, skills, and education. 

Primary Job Functions: 

• Enrolling all participants into required web-based databases in a timely and accurate manner

• Entering the schedule and labeling activities into required databases

• Set up class rosters and maintain attendance sheets

• Record attendance on a weekly basis into all required systems

• Assist the After School Program Director to enhance programming through the use of Data Reporting.

• Create systems which serve to keep track of all documents

• Assist the After School Program Director with ensuring program is in compliance and in good standing with key stakeholders

• Multitask and manage workflow in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program staff

• Must have excellent organizational, time management, and follow-up skills

• Responsible and professional conduct that serves as a role model to staff and youth

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS

• Attend quarterly trainings

• Produce reports on regular basis (weekly, monthly, and annually) to support the After School Program Director

• Be aware of mission of New York Edge, goals and requirements of each program, and work to ensure they are achieved

• Serve as a chaperone during field trips  

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• Computer literacy

• College credits and/or degree highly preferred

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required

• Microsoft Excel, Word, and other programs such as Google Docs

• 1-2 years of database experience, prior experience with DYCD Connect, Cityspan, and/or EZ Reports a plus

• Bilingual candidates a plus

• Punctuality, dependability, enthusiasm for NYE's mission

• May be required to walk up and down stairs. 

• May have to lift or move objects/materials as needed. 

• Work is performed mostly within a New York City Public School but may be required to interact with the community at-large during trips or events. 

The Data Entry Specialist will be required to report to the school building and interact with the Program Director, Data Manager, Data Coordinators, Staff, School Administration, Parents, and Students. 

At the time of offer and acceptance, the job requires safety and security clearances through the Department of Education and Department of Health.