Data Entry Specialist

Community Action Partnership Lancaster and Saunders Counties • Lincoln, NE

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Community Action is seeking a Data Entry Specialist to join the Communication and Development Department. This role is responsible for entering and managing data to support grant applications and reporting, ensuring information is organized and accurate. The specialist will assist with tracking program activities and support donor and volunteer records, contributing to timely report completion and proper data maintenance for program success.

Requirements

• Previous data entry experience required.
• Strong verbal and written proficiencies of the English language required.
• Must enter position at intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Must enter position with the ability to read and understand basic financial statements.
• Must be able to protect the confidentiality and validity of agency client data.
• Must be able to comply with agency and program policies, including all confidentiality and safety policies.
• Must attend Results Oriented Management & Accountability (ROMA) training within one year of start date.

Nice To Haves

• Previous database management experience preferred, particularly with Raiser’s Edge, Clarity, and/or Volgistics.
• Training or experience with legal terminology, statutory language, landlord/tenant laws, government and community resources; housing counseling; housing budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate, timely program and fund development data entry into agency systems and cross-check data as relevant.
• Collaborate with fiscal and program teams to support compliant data maintenance and reporting aligned with funder requirements and agency goals.
• Generate timely, personalized donor acknowledgement communications and tax receipts, and utilize the donor database to support fund development.
• Update volunteer rates and track completion of community engagement activities, including outreach events and media appearances.
• Organize, summarize, and communicate data results for grant applications and reporting, and build and run queries for programs.
• Support program managers by pulling periodic data reports and generating reports and lists from donor and volunteer databases.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Employer-paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off plan and 14+ paid holidays.
• 401K with employer match.
• Education Assistance Program for continuing education.
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for federal student loans.
• Extensive opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Engaging work environment with friendly and supportive team members.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts youth in our community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed