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Goodwill of Colorado

    Job Description

Pay: $15.75/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8 AM – 4:30 PM, some weekends, Holidays and overtime opportunities may be available.

 Remote Opportunity:  Upon completion of training and Supervisor approval, remote work option may be available.  ** Must reside in the State of Colorado ** 

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Data Clerk, LEAP will work in a temporary position working within LEAP (Colorado Low-income Energy Assistance Program) to perform the data requirements for program operations for all applications. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

LEAP Program Support:

• The Data Clerk will be required to comprehend and have a working knowledge of applications received via the following: LEAP application form, digital, PEAK, and telephonic applications.
• Attend all required training and continue to develop a thorough working knowledge of LEAP in order to support the program and other LEAP staff.

LEAP Data Clerk, Tracking and Reporting:

• The Data Clerk will complete data entry for all incoming applications into the LEAP master file on the state computer system daily and within the time frame allotted per LEAP Rule, two (2) days for potential emergency applications and ten (10) business days from the date of the application being received at the LEAP office where the Eligibility Specialists can determine eligibility of applications, determine approval or denial of applications for LEAP benefits.
• The Data Clerk will enter and extract data from files and the computer system as required. In addition, the Data Clerk will extract verification of data from the following data bases; Colorado Benefits Management System (CBMS), Family Support Registry (FSR), Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE), State of Colorado OIT Mainframe State Verification and Exchange System (SVES), Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS), and automated utility portals as a preliminary step for the Eligibility Specialist.
• Must always maintain applicant confidentiality.

Relationship Management: 

• The Data Clerk is responsible for establishing and maintaining a positive and professional relationship with all customers, vendors, clients, other LEAP staff and Human Services agencies and other stakeholders presenting a positive image of the company.
• Must attend meetings with Goodwill of Colorado and the Colorado Department of Human Services that are deemed necessary. 
• Perform other duties as requested by the Data Entry LEAD, Operations Supervisor II and/or Operations Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of clerical and administrative experience in an office environment.

Other

• Demonstrate proficiency in grammar, math skills, substantial computer use, and ability to accurately type 30 words per minute. 
• Must also conduct oneself in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance that enhances the firm’s reputation. 
• Must provide excellent customer service to applicants, vendors and agencies, and all other stakeholders. 
• Maintain accurate records and be detailed oriented. 
• Overtime and weekend hours may be required.
• As a role that handles very confidential information the incumbent may be disqualified if they have a criminal record for illegal drug use or sale, financial fraud, identity theft, physical abuse, crimes involving violence and/or theft. We do consider the specifics of the offense, including how long ago the offense took place*.  
• It is preferred that the incumbent have the ability to drive for company business*.

Background Compliance:

* E. Criminal Background Check

Pursuant to C.R.S. §27-90-111 and CDHS Policy VI-2.4, any independent contractor, and its agent(s), who is designated by the Executive Director or the Executive Director’s designee to be a contracting employee under C.R.S. §27-90-111, who has direct contact with vulnerable persons in a state-operated facility, or who provides state-funded services that involve direct contact with vulnerable persons in the vulnerable person’s home or residence, shall:

i. submit to and successfully pass a criminal background check, and

ii. report any arrests, charges, or summonses for any disqualifying offense as specified by C.R.S. §27-90-111 to the State.

Any Contractor or its agent(s), who does not comply with C.R.S. §27-90-111 and CDHS Policy VI-2.4, may, at the sole discretion of the State, be suspended or terminated.

*Per auto vehicle insurance carrier requirements: For applicants/employees to qualify for inclusion on the Goodwill driver insurance schedule, for purpose of driving Goodwill fleet vehicles, or for purpose of receiving company mileage reimbursement they must be at least:

• 21 years of age (not engaged in passenger transportation),
• 25 – 70 years of age for all passenger transportation services,
• 25 years of age for CDL.

Applicants/employee will be required to undergo a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check and background check; applicants/employees must disclose all moving traffic violations or vehicle crashes (within the last five (5) years)(Note: not all violations are a disqualification for employment and each case will be reviewed by the insurance carrier); must have valid Colorado State driver license; must also be able to operate company vehicle, and adhere to all Federal, State, and local laws governing vehicle operation.

Applicants/employees using their personal vehicle for company business (receiving company mileage reimbursement), must have valid vehicle insurance, valid driver license, and vehicle must be in roadworthy condition. 

Goodwill is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to employing qualified individuals including those with disabilities, protected veterans and military spouses. 

Goodwill participates in E-Verify.  For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS: 888-897-7781 or www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

We promote a Safe & Drug-free Workplace.

Physical Requirements

Attachment to Job Description

Job Title: 179 – Data Clerk, LEAP             Dept Number: 5375

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Guide to Physical Requirements:

• Continuously (5-8 hours)
• Frequently (3-4 hours)
• Occasionally (1-2 hours)
• Never

LIFTING: (as defined by ADA)

   Heavy: 45 lbs & over - OCCASIONALLY

   Moderate: 15-44 lbs - OCCASIONALLY

   Light: 14 lbs & under - OCCASIONALLY

CARRYING:

   Heavy: 45 lbs & over - OCCASIONALLY

   Moderate: 15-44 lbs - OCCASIONALLY

   Light: 14 lbs & under - OCCASIONALLY

PUSHING/PULLING - OCCASIONALLY

REACHING:

   Above Shoulder - OCCASIONALLY

   At Shoulder - CONTINUOUSLY

   Below Shoulder - FREQUENTLY

TWISTING - CONTINUOUSLY

BENDING - FREQUENTLY

KNEELING/CRAWLING - OCCASIONALLY

SQUAT - OCCASIONALLY

CLIMBING:

   Use of legs only (stairs) - OCCASIONALLY

   Use of arms & legs (ladders) - NEVER

HEARING - CONTINUOUSLY

VISION:

   Visual, close - CONTINUOUSLY

   Visual, distant - CONTINUOUSLY

   Visual, depth perception - CONTINUOUSLY

HANDS/FINGERS:

   Simple grasping - CONTINUOUSLY

   Fine Manipulation - CONTINUOUSLY

   Repetitive Movements - CONTINUOUSLY

WALKING - CONTINUOUSLY

STANDING - CONTINUOUSLY

SITTING - CONTINUOUSLY

SPEAKING - CONTINUOUSLY

OTHER, please describe - OCCASIONALLY – Driving*