Temporary Back Office Data Entry Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Announcement
Details
Open Date
08/04/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17313N
Job Title
Data Entry Clerks
Working Title
Data Entry Specialist
Career Progression Track
S00
Track Level
S2 - Intermediate
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
No
Standard Hours per Week
15-19
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
We will work together to create a flexible schedule that accommodates your other commitments. However, consistency in your availability and work hours will be necessary to ensure smooth operations and timely completion of tasks.
This job is considered "essential." Therefore, it is required that the employee work on campus, in person.
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
00033 - Executive Education
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$15 / hour
Close Date
10/15/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Data Entry Specialist to join our Enrollment Marketing team. This part-time position offers an opportunity to work closely with our marketing team and gain hands-on experience in structured data management, marketing operations, Salesforce CRM workflows, and reporting systems. The role supports the marketing efforts for our Graduate Business Programs and Executive Education.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibility: Data Entry & CRM Management (75% of Time):

• Lead Data Management: Accurately input, validate, and manage structured lead data from multiple sources into Salesforce, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and usability for downstream campaigns.
• Automation & Process Flows: Map, build, test, and refine automation and data workflows to streamline processes and reduce manual errors.
• Data Entry Excellence: Enter information into computerized information systems with a strong emphasis on precision and accuracy.
• Verification & Review: Thoroughly review and verify input against source documents for accuracy and completeness, making necessary corrections.
• Document Management: Maintain document master files for backup and verification, ensuring all records are well organized and up to date.
• Data Reporting: Run queries, validate outputs, and generate reports to support campaign execution, performance analysis, and decision-making.
• Data Quality & Troubleshooting: Identify, investigate, and resolve data inconsistencies or errors across systems; proactively flag upstream issues that could impact campaign execution or reporting accuracy.

Supporting Responsibilities (25% of Time):

• Administrative Support: Provide general support to the Marketing team. May also involve limited administrative or clerical support as needed; priority is given to data accuracy, systems support, and marketing operations.
• Marketing Analytics: Analyze and monitor the effectiveness of marketing efforts, including email and text message campaigns, through analytics and metrics.
• Market Research: Conduct market research and recommend strategies, promotional materials, vendors, and communication methods that align with program goals.
• Web Support: Depending on skill set and interest, may aid in the development and maintenance of web pages.
• Additional Duties: Perform other job-related tasks as assigned to support the overall marketing strategy.

****This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required
Nearly Continuously: Office environment.
Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required
Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking.
Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking.
Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

• Requires at least 1 year of related experience.
• One year of data entry, data operations, or related technical experience or equivalent coursework (e.g., information systems, analytics, computer science, business analytics)
• Proficiency with data entry equipment and demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills are also required.
• Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Highly detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a willingness to ask questions and suggest improvements.
• Comfortable participating in virtual meetings for training and guidance.
• Advanced Excel skills (e.g., lookups, pivot tables, structured formulas)
• Comfort working with structured or relational data
• Experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems
• Ability to work independently within systems-based workflows
• Exposure to databases, automation tools, or light scripting (SQL, Python, R) a plus

Special Instructions Summary
This posting is closed and is no longer accepting applications.
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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