DATA ENTRY ASSOCIATES
Since 1877, The Fresh Air Fund (Fresh Air) has been a leading youth development organization providing transformative opportunities for children and young adults from New York City's underserved communities. Rooted in the belief that access to nature and outdoor experiences can change lives, Fresh Air connects young people to the outdoors while providing opportunities for personal growth, leadership development and exploration. Through free summer camp and year-round leadership development, educational enrichment and career exploration programs, Fresh Air helps young people develop the skills, confidence and connections they need to thrive.
Serving more than 1.8 million children throughout its history, Fresh Air remains committed to expanding access to life-changing experiences that empower young people to reach their full potential. At Fresh Air, employees are driven by purpose, collaboration and a shared commitment to creating opportunities that help young people succeed.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Fresh Air Fund is recruiting Data Entry Associates to work on the Enrollment team under the supervision of the Director of Enrollment and Outreach Coordinator. They will assist with all aspects of the application process by receiving and entering all paperwork in the CRM and assisting with application review and completion. This is a hybrid role that will require remote and in-person attendance. It may require evening and weekend hours. This is a part-time “at-will” position for the period November 2026 through March 2027, with the potential for extension based on organizational needs.
The Data Entry Associate will help with all aspects of the application process including entering all paperwork in the CRM and communicating with NYC parents to complete child applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Enter application data into internal database
- Scan and upload documents to applicant records
- Work closely with Director and Outreach Enrollment Coordinator to ensure data accuracy
- Work closely with the Community Outreach Team to upload information in the CRM as necessary
- Assist with application review and completion
- Assist with conducting virtual/ in-person information and orientation sessions regarding summer programs
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be 18+ years of age.
- Strong organizational skills and detail oriented.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
- Comfort speaking with families over the phone and in person.
- Patient and friendly, with a high degree of professionalism.
- Strong computer skills.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately.
- Bilingual and fluency in languages other than English a plus (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin, ASL).
- Interest in joining a youth development organization and supporting its mission and vision.
- As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, The Fresh Air Fund requires all employees to meet applicable vaccination requirements in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. As new public health issues arise, The Fresh Air Fund may require additional vaccinations. Proof of vaccination or an approved exemption will be required as a condition of employment, if applicable.
This role will primarily be in the NYC Office and in NYC, with occasional remote work.
Hours per Week: 20-25 hours per week, from November 23, 2026, through March 5th, 2027
Working Hours: Staff will be assigned work hours that fall between 9am-7pm, Monday – Friday. It may require evening and weekend hours as needed.
Compensation: $19/hour
Employment Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt, “at-will”
Benefits: None
Application Instructions: To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter. We are hiring on a rolling basis and encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible. No calls or recruiters, please.
The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring, and dedicated to diversity in its work and on its staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations and communities to apply.
The Fresh Air Fund New York, New York, USA Office
New York, NY, United States
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