One Stop Specialist I

UMass Global

2d • $19 - $22 • Remote

About The Position

The One Stop Specialist I will knowledgably assist and continually support Umass Global Students with each of the various steps and processes experienced throughout the student lifecycle and beyond. They will provide high quality, customer focused service to all students, staff, and guests. Communicate and collaborate throughout the university One Stop community and perform other duties based on department needs.

This position is open to candidates who currently reside in one of the following approved states from which the role may be performed remotely: Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

In order to collaborate with nationally distributed colleagues. Employees must be available for collaboration during core hours from 9am to 2pm (PST).

Requirements

• Associate's degree or relevant combination of experience and education,
• 2+ years previous experience in student financial aid, student accounts, customer service based positions or closely related field.
• Outstanding customer service skills including interpersonal and active listening skills along with an analytical and critical thinking ability to interpret and respond appropriately to diverse groups of people in various situations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with tact and diplomacy in all oral and written communications.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment while continually focusing on the needs of the students.
• Ability to exercise appropriate personal initiative and accountability.
• General familiarity working in database systems including data entry, queries and running reports.
• Ability to accurately perform key mathematical functions (e.g. addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
• Proven ability to execute instructions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Strong administrative, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Must have exceptional follow-up, follow-through, and attention to details skills, accomplishing tasks with concern for all areas involved, no matter how small.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment amidst interruptions and fluctuating workloads.
• Intermediate level experience in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Familiarity with the use of standard office equipment (e.g. copier, fax, scanner, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
• Experience working in higher education preferred
• Knowledge of UMass Global University policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and demonstrate content knowledge regarding specific degree, credential, and certificate programs. Pursue and demonstrate knowledge of the Federal Financial Aid program.
• Serve as the main point of contact for students with the financial aid office. Provide financial aid information to students regarding the application process, needs determination, verification, and status of their financial aid application in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Work with Financial Aid Office to resolve information discrepancies. Reconcile admission status with financial aid applications.
• Complete funding plans based on student education plans.
• Assist students with various questions regarding their accounts including but not limited to payments, holds, and refunds.
• Run student account reports, analyze student accounts and records for accuracy and completion.
• Contact students regarding past due accounts and provide due diligence in collecting money owed to the university.
• Perform student services functions including assisting students with registration questions/processes; add/drop procedures, graduation information and basic student application questions.
• Input and track missing documents including Financial Responsibility Agreements (FRAs) and Interest Disclosure Statements.
• Provide information to military students regarding all applicable programs and services.
• Collect & review all military program forms, build and maintain military student file of supporting eligibility documents and continued certification of enrollment for audit purposes.
• Work with Military and VA Student Services staff to assist veteran students with any issues that may affect their attendance or benefits.
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with spending account options.
• Remote options, flexible schedules, 1/2 day Fridays (biweekly), generous time off, including paid holidays and a paid winter break.
• Life, disability, accident, legal, identity protection, and student debt support.
• 403(b) plan with a Roth option. 3% non-elective contribution and up to 6% match for a 9% total employer contribution!
• Tuition discounts for employees and family and Tuition Exchange program with other universities.
• PSLF eligible employer.
• Counseling services, Free Calm Health subscription and year-round wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree