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Data entry roles are among the more accessible options for F-1 OPT students, with many positions available in healthcare, finance, and logistics. Most require strong attention to detail and basic spreadsheet skills. Your OPT EAD authorizes full-time employment, and STEM OPT extensions are available if your degree qualifies.
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Get Access To All JobsTitle: Data Entry & Reporting Analyst
Salary Range: $37,944.00 annually
Contract Term Length: 12 Months
Standard Hours: 37.5
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
College: Big Sandy Community & Technical College
Campus Location: BSCTC - Prestonsburg Campus
Department: Workforce Solutions
Total Rewards
Big Sandy Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:
- Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
- Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
- 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Work-Life Balance
- 9.5 Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
- Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is accepting applications for a Data Entry & Reporting Analyst (Sales and Services Specialist II). This grant funded position will support the Workforce Solutions Fast Track Academy under the SOAR EKY Runway initiative by ensuring accurate enrollment data entry, data integrity, and comprehensive reporting. This position is responsible for managing student enrollment data within the Salesforce platform, generating required reports, analyzing project performance metrics, and supporting data-driven decision-making. The Analyst works collaboratively with the Project Navigator and Director of Workforce Solutions to ensure compliance with grant requirements, provide timely stakeholder reporting, and maintain accurate financial and operational documentation.
Job Duties:
Enrollment Data Management
- Enter and maintain accurate student enrollment data within the Salesforce platform.
- Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and completeness for all project participants.
- Monitor application status and enrollment records in collaboration with the Project Navigator.
- Perform routine audits to identify and correct discrepancies.
Reporting & Data Analysis
- Develop and generate reports using Salesforce and Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Produce recurring and ad hoc reports including but not limited to:
- Total number of students enrolled
- Number of students active within the project
- Number of certifications earned
- Identified barriers impacting student success
- Completion and stop-out data
- Analyze trends and provide summary insights for Workforce Solutions leadership and SOAR stakeholders.
- Prepare data summaries for meetings, grant reporting, and strategic planning discussions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with the Project Navigator to ensure enrollment data reflects real-time student participation.
- Collaborate with the Director of Workforce Solutions to extract various levels of data from Salesforce for performance evaluation and reporting.
- Support data preparation for SOAR EKY Runway meetings and required submissions.
Financial & Administrative Support
- Prepare and process BA50 purchase requisitions related to the project.
- Maintain documentation supporting financial transactions and procurement processes.
- Assist in coordinating recruitment events, employer/student engagement workshops, and SOAR meetings.
- Support event tracking and reporting outcomes as required.
Technology & Systems Utilization
- Demonstrate proficiency in Salesforce data entry, reporting functions, and dashboard creation.
- Utilize Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) for reporting and communication.
- Leverage AI applications to improve reporting efficiency, data organization, and workflow processes.
- Stay informed on system updates and recommend improvements to reporting processes.
Other Duties
- Office-based with occasional support at recruitment and employer engagement events.
- May require attendance at SOAR meetings and stakeholder gatherings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, data analytics, information systems, workforce development, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar field.
- Experience with data entry and database management.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Experience utilizing Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with grant-funded projects or workforce initiatives.
- Experience in higher education or workforce development environments.
- Knowledge of reporting compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with AI applications and data automation tools.
Additional Skills Requested:
- High-level accuracy and attention to detail.
- Data integrity and confidentiality.
- Analytical thinking.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Time management.
- Collaborative team approach.
- Technology adaptability.
Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.
Title: Data Entry & Reporting Analyst
Salary Range: $37,944.00 annually
Contract Term Length: 12 Months
Standard Hours: 37.5
Work Location: On-Site
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
College: Big Sandy Community & Technical College
Campus Location: BSCTC - Prestonsburg Campus
Department: Workforce Solutions
Total Rewards
Big Sandy Community & Technical College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including:
- Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
- Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents
- 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match
- Vacation/Sick Time
- Work-Life Balance
- 9.5 Paid Holidays
- 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions
- Employee Assistance Program
Job Summary
Big Sandy Community and Technical College is accepting applications for a Data Entry & Reporting Analyst (Sales and Services Specialist II). This grant funded position will support the Workforce Solutions Fast Track Academy under the SOAR EKY Runway initiative by ensuring accurate enrollment data entry, data integrity, and comprehensive reporting. This position is responsible for managing student enrollment data within the Salesforce platform, generating required reports, analyzing project performance metrics, and supporting data-driven decision-making. The Analyst works collaboratively with the Project Navigator and Director of Workforce Solutions to ensure compliance with grant requirements, provide timely stakeholder reporting, and maintain accurate financial and operational documentation.
Job Duties:
Enrollment Data Management
- Enter and maintain accurate student enrollment data within the Salesforce platform.
- Ensure data integrity, accuracy, and completeness for all project participants.
- Monitor application status and enrollment records in collaboration with the Project Navigator.
- Perform routine audits to identify and correct discrepancies.
Reporting & Data Analysis
- Develop and generate reports using Salesforce and Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Produce recurring and ad hoc reports including but not limited to:
- Total number of students enrolled
- Number of students active within the project
- Number of certifications earned
- Identified barriers impacting student success
- Completion and stop-out data
- Analyze trends and provide summary insights for Workforce Solutions leadership and SOAR stakeholders.
- Prepare data summaries for meetings, grant reporting, and strategic planning discussions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with the Project Navigator to ensure enrollment data reflects real-time student participation.
- Collaborate with the Director of Workforce Solutions to extract various levels of data from Salesforce for performance evaluation and reporting.
- Support data preparation for SOAR EKY Runway meetings and required submissions.
Financial & Administrative Support
- Prepare and process BA50 purchase requisitions related to the project.
- Maintain documentation supporting financial transactions and procurement processes.
- Assist in coordinating recruitment events, employer/student engagement workshops, and SOAR meetings.
- Support event tracking and reporting outcomes as required.
Technology & Systems Utilization
- Demonstrate proficiency in Salesforce data entry, reporting functions, and dashboard creation.
- Utilize Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) for reporting and communication.
- Leverage AI applications to improve reporting efficiency, data organization, and workflow processes.
- Stay informed on system updates and recommend improvements to reporting processes.
Other Duties
- Office-based with occasional support at recruitment and employer engagement events.
- May require attendance at SOAR meetings and stakeholder gatherings.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, data analytics, information systems, workforce development, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar field.
- Experience with data entry and database management.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Experience utilizing Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with grant-funded projects or workforce initiatives.
- Experience in higher education or workforce development environments.
- Knowledge of reporting compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with AI applications and data automation tools.
Additional Skills Requested:
- High-level accuracy and attention to detail.
- Data integrity and confidentiality.
- Analytical thinking.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Time management.
- Collaborative team approach.
- Technology adaptability.
Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act
Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Data Entry
Lead with your accuracy rate
Hiring managers for data entry roles prioritize accuracy over speed. If you tracked error rates or processed high volumes with documented accuracy in past roles or coursework, quantify it. A concrete number signals you can handle production-level work from day one.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Many data entry employers are small or mid-size companies unfamiliar with OPT. Briefly explaining that your EAD authorizes immediate full-time work, without any employer filing requirement, removes the biggest hesitation before it becomes a reason to move on.
Highlight relevant software proficiency
Data entry roles vary widely by system. Employers using SAP, Salesforce, or industry-specific platforms want candidates who reduce onboarding time. List every platform you have hands-on experience with, even from coursework or short-term projects, in a dedicated skills section.
Target industries with high volume needs
Healthcare, insurance, logistics, and financial services consistently generate high-volume data entry demand. These industries process large datasets continuously and are more likely to hire OPT students for contract or temp-to-hire roles that can convert to full-time sponsorship.
Address STEM OPT eligibility proactively
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, mention your STEM OPT extension eligibility when discussing your timeline. It signals 36 months of potential work authorization, which meaningfully changes how employers evaluate the cost of eventual H-1B visa sponsorship down the road.
Apply to roles with hybrid or remote options
Remote data entry roles expand your employer pool beyond your immediate metro area. Smaller companies in lower-cost markets are often more willing to hire OPT students because they're less likely to have rigid HR policies that screen out non-citizens reflexively.
Data Entry OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work in data entry on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Your OPT Employment Authorization Document authorizes you to work full-time in any role directly related to your field of study. Data entry roles tied to degrees in business, information systems, computer science, or health informatics qualify. Your employer does not need to file any petition or pay any government fee to hire you on OPT.
Do data entry employers typically sponsor visas after OPT?
It depends on the employer. Large companies in healthcare, finance, and logistics with established HR processes are more likely to sponsor H-1B visas for strong performers. Smaller employers may be willing but unfamiliar with the process. Targeting companies that have filed H-1B petitions in the past is a practical way to identify sponsorship-friendly employers. Migrate Mate lets you browse data entry jobs filtered by OPT and sponsorship eligibility.
Does a data entry role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?
The role itself does not need to be technical for STEM OPT to apply. Eligibility depends on your degree being in a STEM-designated field, not your job title. If your degree qualifies, you can apply for a 24-month extension regardless of whether your position involves coding or engineering. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to support a STEM OPT extension.
How long do I have to find a data entry job after graduation?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during your OPT period. If you applied for OPT before graduation and your EAD start date is set to your program end date, the clock starts there. Finding a position quickly matters because multiple or extended gaps can jeopardize your OPT status and make a STEM OPT extension harder to secure.
What should I look for in a data entry job as an OPT student?
Look for roles where the job duties align with your degree field, since OPT requires employment related to your major. Also prioritize employers enrolled in E-Verify if you plan to apply for a STEM OPT extension. Full-time positions are preferable to part-time contracts, which may not satisfy DSO reporting requirements. Browse current openings on Migrate Mate to find data entry roles that explicitly welcome OPT candidates.