Data Clerk - Greenbush - The Education Service Center : Job Details

Greenbush - The Southeast Kansas Education Service Center is seeking applications for a Data Clerk at Russell Child Development Center in Garden City, KS. Anticipated Start Date: 10/01/2025 Position: Data Clerk Program: Early Childhood Programs (Building Blocks)/RCDC Job Summary: The Data Clerk is responsible for providing a wide variety of complex and confidential administrative support; developing, maintaining, and updating program databases and systems; maintaining current program records; communicating information; and supporting program technology applications. QualificationsRequired: Job-related experience within the specialized field. High School Diploma or Equivalent. Ability to concentrate for lengthy periods and perform accurately with adequate speeds. Proficient typing skills. Excellent attention to detail. Valid driver's license for employment. Successful completion of Defensive Driving course, provided by RCDC. Background Clearance. Preferred: Associate's degree or higher in related field. ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions:

• Demonstrate commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Maintain a variety of manual and electronic records in accordance with administrative and legal requirements.
• Assist in improving and maintaining efficient filing and record-keeping systems for early childhood programs.
• Assist with maintenance of databases and systems for collecting programmatic data, as assigned.
• Enter and organize data, including but not limited to: program attendance; new and updated enrollment and exits within specified data systems; developmental screening data; assignment of identification numbers;
• Manage ASQ Online for all ECBG programs.
• Assist in maintaining current Excel workbooks for staff members and contracted workers.
• Additional data entry and organizational tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Assist in synthesizing reports, documents, and necessary information from a variety of sources.
• Recognize and correct errors in data; inform appropriate staff when errors are discovered.
• Organize data and information in an accurate, useful, and swift manner.
• Accurately enter data into corresponding fields within various software programs, including DAISEY, JotForm, Microsoft Excel, and others as required.
• Assist with administrative and secretarial duties as needed to ensure uninterrupted services to clients.
• Support agency staff in carrying out public awareness, marketing, fund development, and advocacy activities.
• Participate in a variety of meetings, workshops, training, etc. in order to provide and/or receive information and support the achievement of agency and program objectives.
• Adhere to all professional guidelines as outlined in agency policies.
• Aid staff, contracted staff, and clients with questions about multiple data tracking systems.
• Create flyers for communicating schedules for each Learn & Play site and update as needed in conjunction with Learn & Play Coordinator and Supervisor.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain timely documentation.
• Support the mission, goals, and objectives of RCDC.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite.
• Comfortable with office equipment, including computer, telephone, scanner, calculator, and photocopier.
• Maintain strict confidentiality as outlined by FERPA and HIPAA.
• Ability to work alone and in groups to provide services.
• Assume responsibility for individual professional growth by staying current with research and practices.
• Demonstrate proficiency in effectively and regularly communicating with other employees of RCDC and clients.
• Complete all assignments in a timely manner, including communication with other staff and clients/contractors.
• Adhere to all professional guidelines as outlined in agency policies.
• Independently manage daily assignments and activities ensuring performance outcomes are achieved within budget, timeline, department, and agency objectives.
• Follow all safety requirements as directed by RCDC.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO or Direct Supervisor.

Physical Requirements:

• 70 % sitting, 15% walking and 15% standing
• Lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Manage all job duties with mobility, agility, and dexterity.
• Sit/stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to drive in varying weather and geographical conditions.
• The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard-free environment.

Excellent benefit package:Supporting employees and their families is important to Greenbush. We provide access to exceptional Health, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options for all employees who work 20 hours or more a week. Employees also can participate in flex spending accounts and salary protection programs. Additionally, Greenbush participates in the Kansas Public Retirement System (KPERS) and provides excellent 403b plan options. Greenbush contributes to each and every employee's retirement plan by matching up to $100 a month for any Greenbush employee that contributes to one of the 403b plans. All employees and their immediate family can also benefit from the personal services available through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Greenbush also offers Student Loan Planning from Certified Financial Planners and Student Loan Professionals for employees and their immediate family members. Employees are provided with vacation days, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays subject to the length of their contract. Parental Leave is available for FMLA-eligible employees. In addition to the benefit package, Greenbush recognizes the importance of continued education throughout an employee's career and offers an Education Reimbursement Plan to support employees in their education endeavors. The plan provides an opportunity for any Greenbush employee working at least 1,004 hours per year to be reimbursed up to $1500 per contract year for tuition costs. Employees of Greenbush meeting the hour requirement can apply to participate in the program by completing the Education Reimbursement Application Form. In addition, Greenbush offers a Professional License Reimbursement Program, which provides full reimbursement for professional licenses with specific Kansas licensing authorities and other appropriate authorities (a complete list can be provided upon request). For complete benefit package information, direct your questions to the individual listed under the Job Contact Information section. Greenbush is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, status as a veteran, pregnancy and related conditions, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. The company does not provide sponsorship for employment visas (e.g., H-1B visa) for this position.