Western Governors University hiring Financial Services Assistant in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

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Job Description SummaryThis role is a critical position within the Financial Aid department. The Financial Support Assistant is responsible for responding to all general student inquiries regarding Financial Aid and Student Accounts functions.  The Financial Services Assistant is responsible for providing clear communication and support to students, while ensuring the student has a satisfied experience.  The Financial Services Assistant will also provide support to, enrollment/admissions representatives, mentors and other WGU staff to serve our students. Individuals in this position must stay abreast of Federal and State Regulatory changes to ensure that WGU operates in compliance with all applicable regulations.

Essential Functions And ResponsibilitiesSupport WGU students and staff while focusing on our Key Results of Completion, Return, and Equity. Serve as the first point of contact for students answering inbound calls and responding to emails from students with general inquiries about funding, tuition payment plans, federal financial aid, and billing. Respond to student inquiries in a timely manner with the objective of providing student resolution during their first call or interaction. Utilize available resources such as the Knowledge Base, Student Handbook, and internal systems. Accurately track all interactions with students within our Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

system, including any issues that require escalation. Identify and escalate priority issues to the appropriate resources as defined by business practices. Communicate and explain missing requirements to the student and ensure they have the information needed to complete their requirements. Understand and explain federal financial aid guidelines and regulations to students. Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of the award policies and procedures and how they affect the student. Comply with WGU, state and federal regulations and policies.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong customer service background
• Proficient with Microsoft Office© software (e.g., Word, Outlook, Teams, etc.)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adaptable to change
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and completeness
• Ability to work as a contributing member in a team environment
• Comfortable working with others over the telephone; have a clear speaking voice and a personable demeanor
• Perform daily responsibilities in a professional, friendly, and efficient manner
• Self-motivated and willing to seek out new challenges and information
• Ability to spend the workday logged into our phone system and available to take calls from staff and students
• Ability to work closely as a team, communicating concerns and bringing resolution to issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• No student loans in default and must be in good standing with the U.S. Department of Education

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work call-center work experience
• Experience with Salesforce, Banner, Onbase, NSLDS, COD, etc.

Compensation

• Candidates can expect to start at $20.00/hour

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Pay Range: $17.35 - $25.14

This posting is ongoing to gather interested applicants for future openings.

How to apply: apply online

Full-time Regular Positions (FT classification, standard working hours = 40)This is a full-time, regular position that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

The University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.