DATA ENROLLMENT SPECIALIST
Alabama Department of Education, Opelika, AL, United States
Data Enrollment Specialist
The Data Enrollment Specialist supports the district's centralized enrollment process by accurately processing student registrations and maintaining student data. This position ensures compliance with state requirements and provides customer service to families during enrollment.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience in data entry, records, management, or school office support preferred
Strong computer skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Effective communication and customer service skills
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required
Essential Duties:
Process new and returning student enrollment applications
Verify required documentation (residency, birth certificate, immunizations, etc.)
Enter and maintain accurate student data in the student information system
Ensure compliance with Alabama State Department of Education requirements
Assist families with enrollment and resolve application issues
Collaborate with school personnel to ensure proper student placement
Perform data audits and correct discrepancies
Maintain confidentiality of student records
Provide support during peak enrollment periods
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish
Ability to work with diverse populations in a professional manner
Basic computer skills, including word processing and data entry
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Working Conditions:
Office environment with frequent public interaction
May require extended hours during peak enrollment periods
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to communicate effectively in both languages
Light lifting may be required
Terms of Employment:
12-month contract (235 days/8 hours per day)
Salary established by the local Board of Education salary schedule
Evaluation in accordance with Board policy and Alabama State Department of Education guidelines
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Opelika City Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age.
The Data Enrollment Specialist supports the district's centralized enrollment process by accurately processing student registrations and maintaining student data. This position ensures compliance with state requirements and provides customer service to families during enrollment.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience in data entry, records, management, or school office support preferred
Strong computer skills and attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality in accordance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Effective communication and customer service skills
Bilingual (Spanish) preferred but not required
Essential Duties:
Process new and returning student enrollment applications
Verify required documentation (residency, birth certificate, immunizations, etc.)
Enter and maintain accurate student data in the student information system
Ensure compliance with Alabama State Department of Education requirements
Assist families with enrollment and resolve application issues
Collaborate with school personnel to ensure proper student placement
Perform data audits and correct discrepancies
Maintain confidentiality of student records
Provide support during peak enrollment periods
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Spanish
Ability to work with diverse populations in a professional manner
Basic computer skills, including word processing and data entry
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Working Conditions:
Office environment with frequent public interaction
May require extended hours during peak enrollment periods
Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods
Ability to communicate effectively in both languages
Light lifting may be required
Terms of Employment:
12-month contract (235 days/8 hours per day)
Salary established by the local Board of Education salary schedule
Evaluation in accordance with Board policy and Alabama State Department of Education guidelines
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Opelika City Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age.