Data Processing Specialist

Title: Data Processing Specialist 

Location: Fayette, IA

Salary: $32,845

Required Documentation
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. Submit your documents at the end of the application to be considered. If you need help, please reach out to employment@uiu.edu. 

Position Summary

The Data Processing Specialist in conjunction with the Assistant Director of Data Processing is responsible for validating all electronic files for data import, new inquiry and application processing. Data processing entails taking electronic data that is secure, accurate and comprehensive and uploading into student information system. The Data Processing Specialist assures data integrity while posting and updating information on student records and documents in the student information system. The work is time sensitive. Supports the mission and vision of the University. Perform administrative duties and procedures as outlined in Standard Operating Procedures. Provides advanced detail processing of data files used in the SIS system.

Position Responsibilities
 

• Upload all electronic mailing lists received or purchased to the student information system.
• Review new inquiry and applications in the student information system and clean up any discrepant or missing data in accordance with established time metrics.
• Responsible for loading new accepted students into the SIS.
• Match new information or records against student information system to minimize/eliminate duplicate student records and follow data entry protocols to insure data integrity.
• Upload documents into JRM and/or DocFinity and move through workflow.
• Determine common area of application cleanup and work with Assistant Director of Data Processing and CRM Administrator.
• Contributes to the effective operation of the Student Enrollment Center.
• Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development conferences/courses and attending training and/or courses as directed by department leadership.
• Fills in for Assistant Director of Data Processing in their absence.
• Responsible for knowledge and skilled use of database, including training new team members on the system.
• Maintaining and creating standard operating procedures of the department in conjunction with supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• Must have ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral modes with all segments of the University.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving ability. 
• Professional discretion, excellent judgment, and high standards of professional conduct.
• Commitment to staying abreast of best practices in order to bring process improvements, customer service enhancements, efficiencies, and cost savings to the University.
• Strong ability to thoroughly and accurately document work processes.
• Ability to provide staff training in a professional and collaborative manner.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP systems and relational databases required. Experience with Jenzabar preferred. 
• Quality or process improvement training and experience preferred.
• Three years of experience in higher education preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent in education and relevant experience.
• Good verbal and written communication skills are required.

Benefits Package
Free & reduced UIU tuition packages for employees, dependents, and spouses, paid vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, health, life, and other insurance are available.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

About us

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