Student Services Specialist | Miami University - Military Veterans

Job Description Summary

Student Services Specialist to assist with the office's day-to-day operations and be responsible for providing excellent customer service through problem resolution and outreach for a wide audience. Specialists must be customer-centric and have the ability to serve customers according to process/policy, but also look for ways to enhance the customer experience.

Job Description

Student Services Specialist to assist with the office's day-to-day operations and be responsible for providing excellent customer service through problem resolution and outreach for a wide audience. Specialists must be customer-centric and have the ability to serve customers according to process/policy, but also look for ways to enhance the customer experience.

The Student Services Specialist will correspond via telephone, email, and in-person visits with students, families, faculty and staff; record all interactions and scan received documentation into the Request Tracker communication system; maintain and interpret university policies and procedures related to billing, registration and financial aid for former and current students and families; provide vital financial aid information including FAFSA, verification, eligibility requirements, and disbursements; process academic records requests including enrollment verifications, official transcripts, and course scheduling; analyze issues related to student billing, fees, refunds, and registration records; coordinate with appropriate departments to provide holistic and streamlined services; supervise student workers (train, inspect work, assign work, and make employment recommendations).

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Diversity Statement Miami University is committed to creating an inclusive and effective teaching, learning, research, and working environment for all. For more information on Miami University’s diversity initiatives, please visit the Office of Transformational and Inclusive Excellence webpage. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html , which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

Labor Law Posters for Applicants

Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information. Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and working knowledge of computer systems.

Consideration may be given to candidates who have student financial aid or registration or student accounts/billing experience in a higher education setting; knowledge of and experience with Miami University, including institutional and unit policies, procedures, and processes; demonstrated project management and public speaking skills; working knowledge of Gmail, Google documents, and student records software such as Ellucian Banner; experience in a high-volume and high-paced customer service setting; ability to serve quickly & accurately, excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with diverse backgrounds.

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter and Resume

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Inquiries can be directed to Amanda Means at meansa@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin two weeks after posting and will continue until the position is filled.