DATA/ENROLLMENT SPECIALIST

DATA/ENROLLMENT SPECIALIST

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Lawrence Public Schools' - Adult Learning Center

Data/Enrollment Specialist

About Lawrence Public Schools' and the Adult Learning Center:

Lawrence Public Schools is an urban K-12 district serving more than 13,000 students, the majority of whom are economically disadvantaged. More than 70% of our students speak a language other than English as their first language. The Lawrence Public Schools - Adult Learning Center (ALC) has been providing free Adult Basic Education and ESOL classes to the citizens of Lawrence, MA and the surrounding communities for more than 50 years. The professional staff at ALC are committed to providing quality educational services to more than 600 students per year who desire to develop: English language, literacy, numeracy, and technology skills for further education, job training, and better employment. We also provide instruction in civics to help prepare students to pass the USCIS Citizenship Exam.

The Vision of the Lawrence Public Schools - Adult Learning Center is to ensure that all English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) and Adult Basic Education (ABE) students achieve the learning goals they have set upon entry into our program. By improving students' skills in the areas of academics, language, technology, and workforce development, we will increase their opportunities to enter college, to obtain an industry-recognized credential, to expand their career choices, to enjoy a family-sustaining wage, and to become effective citizens of their community.

About the Position:

The Data/Enrollment Specialist will be part of a team responsible for the enrollment, assessment, and data collection of all adult learners interested in accessing high quality Adult Education (AE) services at the LPS-ALC. We seek an individual who has the ability to manage multiple tasks, has sound knowledge of data collection & analysis practices, and is committed to growing a data collection & analysis, enrollment, and assessment system that will be a model for other AE programs. As part of the Data, Enrollment & Assessment team, the ideal candidate will work collaboratively with the Assessment Specialist, Data Entry Clerk, Advisors, teachers, and adult learners to ensure that the ALC enrollment process is welcoming, accessible, highly organized, inclusive, and equitable. The Data, Enrollment, & Assessment Specialist is responsible for ensuring that vital data is entered daily to the LACES system, that we are in compliance with all data requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Education, Adult and Community Learning Services, and the Work and Innovation Opportunity Act (WIOA) of 2014. The position requires strong administrative and analysis skills associated with data collection, designing assessment schedules for each adult learner, and any other duties as outlined by the Director of Operations.

Reports to: the ALC Director of Operations; the ALC Principal, and collaborates with the Assessment Specialists, Advisors, Data Entry Clerk, and ALC professional staff.

Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:

Contribute to the school's strategic planning process by analyzing all collected data focused on continuous improvement;

Create and submit compliance reports to ACLS, LPS, DESE, and the ALC Director of Operations, and the Principal;

Enhance the pre-assessment, enrollment, data collection, data entry, and data analysis processes of the ALC;

Maximize system efficiencies and promote the use of data as a vital tool to continuous improvement;

Help manage the enrollment, orientation, assessment , and data collection processes;

Oversee accurate data collection in LACES, Google Docs, Excel or other applications that manage registration, placement, and waitlist student information;

Collaborate with all ALC Staff in the accurate collection of adult learning data and record collection;

Track and report enrollment numbers and trends, as established by ACLS, the TLT, the Director of Operations, and Principal;

Ensure a smooth flow of enrollment related activities at ALC, including opening and closing schedules, and plan adequately for peak enrollment seasons;

Collaborate with ALC Staff, Community Organizations, other area AE providers, LPS Family Resource Center, and the Outstation Advisor at MassHire to ensure outreach that effectively promotes registration opportunities for all eligible adult learners;

Oversee evening hours once per week;

Other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Operations, and Principal

Key Competencies:

Knowledge:

Extensive knowledge of data collection, data analysis, and enrollment systems;

Strong understanding of the importance of data analysis in program design;

Demonstrated proficiency using data collection software, as well as Windows Operating Systems, networking, hardware; and software including Access, Excel, and Powerpoint

Knowledge of ACLS data collection requirements, and best practices related to enrollment;

Familiarity with AE/ESOL assessments: MAPT, BEST Plus, TABE CLASS E - Reading/Writing;

Experience guiding others in the use of data collection software, and data collection practices including surveys;

Professional Abilities:

Professionalism in all areas of practice and in all interactions with students & staff;

Professionalism in all areas of practice and in all interactions with students & staff;

Commitment to the vision of the Lawrence Public Schools' Adult Learning Center;

Proven history of successful collaboration;

Flexible & adaptable;

Possess and model high standards for self and students;

Set rigorous goals focused on growing and maintaining a "model" data collection, data analysis, and enrollment system;

Solutions-based approach to dealing with identified needs, problems, and conflict;

Willingness to take initiative and succeed in a fast-paced environment while remaining calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges;

Commitment to embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness, and the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of human differences including age, gender, race, ethnicity, ability, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status;

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree preferred;

Three or more years work experience related to data collection, enrollment, or customer service;

Technology and software savvy with a comfort level that supports learning and innovation;

Demonstrated and successful experience with project and people management;

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Bilingual (preferred);

Demonstrated organizational skills with attention to detail;

Current Authorization to work in the United States.

Terms: 230-day schedule

How to Apply:

Please apply for positions in Lawrence Public Schools by visiting our website.

Position : 335734002

Location : ADULT LEARNING CENTER

Posting End : 11/20/2026

Salary: $53,938.00-$72,488.00

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