Temporary Data Entry Associate

Department: Temp Center

Salary/Grade: TMP/01

Position: Temporary Data Entry Associate

Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week / 8:30am-5pm / M-F)

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Campus: Evanston

Approximate start date: 8/31/2026

Approximate end date: 11/23/2026

Northwestern University is seeking a temporary full‑time Data Entry Associate for the Evanston campus.

• Create Preventative Maintenance Job Plans for equipment lacking them.
• Modify existing plans to reflect updated procedures.
• Retire outdated PM schedules and work tasks and replace them with current ones.
• Input new assets from a Smartsheet workbook and other sources.
• Update asset records as new information arrives.
• Enter Space data into the Space Survey system from digital and paper records.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Data entry experience.
• Comfort with spreadsheets (Excel/Smartsheet).
• Ability to follow procedures consistently.
• Familiarity with CMMS asset‑management systems (Tririga a plus).
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to update asset records as new information becomes available.

In addition to salary, this temporary position is eligible for paid time off and paid sick time in accordance with Northwestern University policies. This position is not eligible for other benefits offered to regular staff positions.

Northwestern University seeks to employ a varied and diverse range of dynamic people who understand the importance of our mission and vision. When you consider a temporary opportunity at Northwestern University, you know that you are joining an institution with a deep history of academic, professional and personal development.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.