The successful Data Entry Officer will, among other roles:

• Maintain databases by entering new and updated customer and account information.
• Prepare source data for computer entry by compiling and sorting information.
• Establish entry priorities.
• Process customer and account source documents by reviewing data for deficiencies.
• Resolve deficiencies by using standard procedures or returning incomplete documents to the team leader for resolution.
• Enter customer and account data by inputting alphabetic and numeric information on the keyboard or optical scanner according to screen format.
• Maintain data entry requirements by following data program techniques and procedures.
• Verify entered customer and account data by reviewing, correcting, deleting, or reentering data.
• Combine data from both systems when account information is incomplete.
• Purge files to eliminate duplication of data.
• Test customer and account system changes and upgrades by inputting new data.
• Secure information by completing database backups.
• Maintain operations by following policies and procedures and reporting needed changes.
• Maintain customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Data Entry Clerk Qualifications / Skills:

• Organization skills
• Quick typing skills
• Attention to detail
• Computer savvy
• Confidentiality
• Thoroughness

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Data entry experience or related office experience
• Some basic computer courses may be preferred by some employers