A data entry specialist is a person who processes and/or enters data into a computer. The data entry specialist may also sort and collate data. A data entry specialist may only enter data, but may also be responsible for verifying the accuracy of the data he or she enters. A data entry specialist is a person who processes and/or enters data into a computer. The data entry specialist may also sort and collate data. A data entry specialist may only enter data, but may also be responsible for verifying the accuracy of the data he or she enters. Data entry specialists may also enter the data into a database.