Data Entry Operator

University of Wisconsin Madison
$17.00 HOURLY
United States, Wisconsin, Madison
21 North Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 14, 2024
Job Summary: We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Data Entry Specialist to join our team. The primary responsibility of this role is to input faculty CVs into a newly established database. This position will enter information from multiple sources that details faculty members' experiences, publications, research interests, awards and contact information. Diligence to ensure accuracy and consistency of all entries is critical. This position requires attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to identify and communicate potential issues or improvements in the data entry process. Key Responsibilities: Accurately enter faculty CV information into the database. Identify and report inconsistencies, missing information, or potential improvements in the data entry process. Collaborate with the team to understand new fields and changes required based on the data being entered. Maintain confidentiality and security of all data. Assist in the development and refinement of data entry procedures. Responsibilities: Performs a variety of data entry, verification, and related clerical duties. Enters and updates data into a computer system or software or national database 20% Prepares and sorts documents for data entry 70% Enters information into systems or national database 5% Maintains awareness of and ensures adherence to university standards regarding privacy 5% Assisting with other CoE ongoing projects Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Education: Required H.S. Diploma Qualifications: Required: Experience in Data Entry Experience with updating databases Preferred: Knowledge of faculty CVs Higher Ed experience Work Schedule: Schedule is flexible Work Type: This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. The initial training will take place on site. Appointment Type, Duration: Terminal appointment. This position has the possibility to be extended based on need and/or funding. Salary: Minimum $17.00 HOURLY Depending on Qualifications Additional Information: This is a temporary position and will end by May 14, 2025 How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience as it pertains to the required and preferred qualifications outlined in this job posting. Contact: Cathleen Walters cgwalters@wisc.edu 608-265-8021 Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. Official Title: Data Entry Operator(AD028) Department(s): A19-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/ADMINISTRATION/GENERAL Employment Class: Temporary Employment Job Number: 305829-CL The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, click here If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website: https://employeedisabilities.wisc.edu/disability-accommodation-information-for-applicants/ Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.