Account Management Representative

Covista; Columbia (MD); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k retirement plan + employer match

Paid vacation days

Job summary

Covista, a leading healthcare education organization, seeks a Student Finance Advisor to guide undergraduate and graduate students in financing their education. You will manage a portfolio of 850–950 students, provide informed financial guidance, and collaborate with academic partners to resolve funding issues.

The role emphasizes adherence to Title IV policies, a strong customer-service mindset, and a hybrid in-office work schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or comparable work experience.
• Experience in higher education is preferred.
• Knowledge of federal Title IV and state financial aid regulations is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, databases and internet applications.
• Strong interpersonal, mathematical, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and ensure completion.
• Self-motivation and ownership to resolve complex issues promptly.

Responsibilities

• Analyze student situations to develop individualized financial plans.
• Provide accurate student finance advice and guidance.
• Collaborate with departments to deliver a seamless student experience.
• Explain Title IV policies and related procedures to students.
• Handle escalated student concerns with timely resolutions.
• Contribute to process improvements and new roll-out projects.
• Attend meetings and participate in committees.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on financial aid programs and regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Independent work

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Financial aid knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Higher Education experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Internet applications

Job description

About Covista

Covista is America's largest healthcare educator, serving more than 97,000 students and supported by a community of 385,000 alumni across five accredited institutions. Through personalized, tech-enabled education powered by 10,000 faculty and colleagues, Covista expands access to healthcare careers and addresses the U.S. healthcare workforce shortage at scale. Covista is the parent company of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University.

Our colleagues come from a wide range of backgrounds, business, academia, healthcare, government and nonprofits, and are part of a culture where doing exceptional work and making a meaningful difference for students and society aren't separate goals—they're one and the same. This means creating an environment where colleagues can develop new skills, build careers that match their ambitions and see the tangible impact of their work on healthcare education and workforce development. Colleagues who deliver results and embrace new tools to work smarter are valued for their contributions. But what makes working at Covista distinctive is our impact. Our faculty and colleagues don't just support healthcare education—they shape it. This isn't abstract purpose work. It's solving real problems for real people in real communities while advancing careers.

We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday-Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

For more information, visit covista.com and follow us on LinkedIn , Instagram and YouTube .

This role is responsible for assisting in student success through proactive and accurate account assessment and student finance advising. This position manages a portfolio of about 850-950 students (either undergraduate or graduate or a combination thereof) to ensure that all students have the appropriate guidance to make informed financial decisions. Reports directly to the Account Management Manager and works in a contact center environment that supports students regardless of service modality. Works closely with academic partners and other departments to research and resolve any student financing issues. This colleague is charged with being a role model for the organization Covista values and fosters a culture of CARE consistent with organization's mission, vision, and purpose.

Responsibilities

• Using a high level of discretion and independent judgment, analyzes each student’s situation in order to develop and implement an individualized financial plan that promotes student success. Continuously evaluates the financial plans throughout the student lifecycle.


• Collaborates with other departments and functional areas to deliver an optimal student experience.


• Demonstrates and communicates current, detailed and accurate knowledge of University policies, Title IV, Military/Veteran's Affairs, international and state regulations to prospective and current students. Communicates the policies and procedures in a manner that displays deep understanding of the rationale and the value of the policy or procedure to the student.


• Assists students to make an informed decision by providing accurate, helpful student finance advice.


• Manages escalated student concerns and resolves issues in a timely manner. Provides exceptional customer care to students by accepting ownership of student finance issues and questions.


• Identifies opportunities and solutions for continuous improvement to existing processes and actively participates in the roll-out of new processes.


• Attends meetings and contributes to organizational committees.


• Identifies opportunities and solutions that improve current processes.


• Functions as a subject matter expert regarding all Title IV programs, policies and procedures including institutional policies and federal and state regulations. Complies with applicable federal and state laws.


• Performs other duties as assigned


• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Preferred or comparable previous work experience Required.


• 1 experience in Higher Education Preferred.


• Knowledge of federal Title IV and state financial aid regulations and associated processing procedures a plus.


• Ability to work independently as well as function as part of a team.


• PC skills in Microsoft Office, database and internet applications.


• Excellent interpersonal communication, mathematical, problem solving, and organizational skills.


• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and ensure project completion.


• Self-motivated and willing to take ownership of, and quickly resolve, complex issues.

Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $18.00 and $23.00/hr. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance


• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match


• 15 Days of Paid Vacation Days each Calendar Year

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation