Data Entry Clerk - Temporary

Salary: $17.50 - $20.00 Hourly
Location : 515 Clark Avenue, Ames, IA, 50010, IA
Job Type: Temporary
Job Number: 26-DECLERK-01
Department: City Assessor
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
Closing Date: 6/18/2026 12:00 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: MERIT
Residency Requirement?: No


Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
General Information
The City Assessor's office is seeking applications for a temporary Data Entry Clerk position.

Under general supervision, this position provides data entry assistance for appraisal staff in the City Assessor's office. The Data Entry Clerks will assist in entering building perimeter sketches and property data into a Microsoft based computer valuation program. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in fields related to appraisal, building, or general data entry.


This temporary position is expected to last approximately from June/July 2026 to April 2027. This is a 40 hours per week position with work hours in City Hall from 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday.


This position is not benefit or paid leave eligible.

In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must submit their online application by the deadline listed on this posting. Your application includes complete responses to the supplemental questions. Please keep in mind that submission of a resume in lieu of work history on your application or answering the supplemental questions is not sufficient. Applications submitted for this position by the application deadline may be considered for other openings within this classi?cation; for up to 6 months.

Examples of Essential Job Functions
Examples of Essential Job Functions: Provide administrative and data entry support for the department; Complete a variety of office clerical tasks including typing and filing; Maintains effective and efficient office filing systems, both for hard copy and electronic files, according to all statutory laws, policies, and office procedures; Enters and updates information into various computer programs and applications including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Word and department specific programs; Interprets data and document types and scans into electronic document systems under appropriate categories; Informs relevant parties regarding errors encountered; Prepare outgoing mail including addressing, folding, stuffing and sorting envelopes and packages for mass mailings; Other duties as assigned.

Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:


Required:


- High School Diploma, GED, or HiSet.

- 6 months of experience in data entry.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs or equivalent software programs.

Skill in data entry, skill in reading analyzing and interpreting general business periodicals or correspondence.

Ability to complete office tasks with a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality; Ability to work in coordination with team members and the public; ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from supervisor, clients, customers, and the general public; ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability, statistical inference, and fundamentals of geometry.

Supplemental Information
Physical & Environmental Characteristics:

Physical Characteristics of Work: Talking, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling, feeling, lifting, repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and finger dexterity. Work is primarily sedentary and requires sitting and/or using various computer equipment 80% of the time; and standing and/or walking 20% of the time. Frequently requires the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force, and infrequently requires the exertion of 10-25 pounds of force to lift or otherwise move objects.

Vision Requirements: The minimum standard for those whose work is involved primarily with preparing and analyzing data and written information, transcription, computer terminal, and/or extensive reading.

Environmental Conditions: The employee ordinarily works in an office environment and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Equipment Used to Perform Essential Functions: Computer hardware including keyboard, monitor, mouse, and printer; a variety of word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and specialized software; general office equipment such as writing utensils, copier, paper fasteners, paper cutter, files and file cabinets, scanner, photocopy machine, and calculator; communications equipment such as telephone and fax machine.
Selection Process:


The selection process consists of an evaluation of education and experience, interview, and completion of a criminal background check, which includes a sex offender registry check. All candidates will be notified by email of their application status.


Preference may be given to applicants possessing qualifications above the minimum.


E-Verify Process:

The City of Ames participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered a position with the City of Ames must complete Section 1 of Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity on their first day of employment. Please be prepared to provide required documents on your first day of employment. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or go to the US Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at:
NOTE: Applicants with disabilities may submit requests for ADA testing or interview accommodations to the Human Resources Department prior to the test or interview.
The City of Ames is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.
This classification is not eligible for benefits.
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Have you successfully completed High School graduation, G.E.D. or HiSet?

• Yes
• No

02


Please explain your experience with data entry. (Include length of time.)
03


This position handles detailed data entry processes. Tell us about a time when you worked on a project utilizing precise documentation such a building plans, legal documents or confidential paperwork.
04


This position is a temporary position expected to last approximately from June/July 2026 to April 2027, 40 hours per week, with work hours in City Hall from 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. This position is not benefit or paid leave eligible.
Is this acceptable and can you meet these requirements?

• Yes
• No

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