• Data Specialist - Temporary

    Salt Lake County (Midvale, UT)


    Job Description

    JOB SUMMARYEnters data into the Division’s database systems, maintains records, and assists with database quality assurance tasks. Processes and monitors the quality and consistency of data. Provides information by assisting with methods of collecting and retrieving data.

     

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAssociates degree from an accredited college or university in Accounting, Business Administration or other closely related field, plus one (1) year of related experience in data or data processing; OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience.Due to the nature of this position, the successful applicant must pass a required pre-employment background check and subsequent mandatory background checks in accordance with current County Human Resources policy requirements.

     

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe following duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the work performed by the incumbent(s) in this position and are not all-inclusive. The omission of specific duties and responsibilities will not preclude it from the position.Applicants must be prepared to demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Provides basic quality assurance functions to ensure data integrity. Provides training for the system users to ensure that the information is entered correctly. Assists the Quality Assurance Manager to provide help desk services for system users. Uses quality control to identify opportunities for trainings. Assists collecting data by identifying sources of information; and designing survey and collection methods for users. Enters data into Division database system. Generates reports for users from the database. Responds to Point of Business (OB)/help requests for data correction(s), and provides guidance to users.

     

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA)Knowledge of: Database entry and maintenance Survey terminology Training and development practices Data entry techniques Positive behavior support and principlesSkills and Abilities to: Follow written procedures and instructions Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Present trainings in group settings Process data with attention to detail Lead and effectively communicate with diverse groups Provide excellent customer services

     

    WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSLong periods of sitting while completing repetitive work utilizing a computerLifting, sitting and bending.

     

    Job LocationsUS-UT-MIDVALE

     

    Requisition ID2025-39620

     

    # of Openings1

     

    Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date5 days ago(10/22/2025 1:10 PM)

     

    SLCO Department (Portal Searching)Public Works Operations

     

    Location : LocationUS-UT-MIDVALE

     

    Location : Address604 W 6960 S

     

    Location : Postal Code84047-3050

     

    Position Type (Portal Searching)Temporary Part-Time

     

    Grade001