Jewish Community Center of Chicago Hiring for Data Entry Clerk Job at Northbrook, IL Full Time

The data entry clerk will be responsible for transferring data from one source to another, likely from scanned .PDF or paper sheets to an excel spreadsheet. The ability to accurately type and at a fast speed is highly desired.

Key Responsibilities:

• Entering data into appropriate fields; databases, records, and files
• Transferring data from paper formats via computer, recorders, or scanners
• Handling numerical data accurately; creating spreadsheets
• Organizing spreadsheets with large numbers
• Updating databases or records with new information as it becomes available
• Correcting and modifying inaccurate files and records
• Typing data directly and accurately
• Complying with security backups and regular checks to ensure data is saved and stored properly
• Viewing and verifying confidential or private information; protecting the information and identities of participants
• Verifying data by correctly checking and comparing source documentation
• Organizing paper formats, paper backups, and material source files as needed

Essential Job Duties:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time (up to 4 hours) in front desk area.
• Repetitive movement of arms and hands to operate computer, keyboard and mouse.
• Ability to operate equipment such as computer keyboard, calculator and standard office equipment.
• Vision: must be able to distinguish between colors, shades and brightness with ability to focus.

Days / Hours:

June 8 – August 19, 2022 (days to be determined)

Maximum 10 hours/week

Compensation:

$15.00 to $20.00

Data Entry Requirements and Qualifications

• Accurate and precise attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidential and sensitive information
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize
• Skilled knowledge in generating process documentation
• Fast and accurate typist
• Understands data confidentiality principles and follows them to the letter
• Prior experience handling data entry responsibilities or equivalent experience in a related field
• Highly organized multitasker who works well in a fast-paced environment
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision
• Extensive knowledge of Excel spreadsheets
• Pays strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of touch-typing system preferred