Campus Operations Specialist

Universal Technical Institute, Inc.; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Tuition Waiver

PTO

Retirement Match

Parental Leave

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Pet Insurance

Health Plan Enrollment

Job summary

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. in Canton, MI seeks an accounting and operations assistant to support campus financial activities and student services. You will handle payments, disbursements, and collections while assisting with events like Orientation and Registration to ensure a smooth student experience.

The role includes coordinating with multiple service areas, managing refunds and grants, and maintaining accurate financial records to support the campus operations daily.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in customer service or higher education preferred.
• Some accounting or general ledger experience is a plus; MS Office proficiency needed.

Responsibilities

• Process payments, billing, collections and disbursements for students.
• Support refunds, grants and student check disbursements.
• Provide guidance and exceptional service to students and parents.
• Inventory control for student store merchandise and related ACH transactions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Accounting basics

Excel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Jump into action and support our campus with student-facing accounting and operations! Join forces with other service areas to ensure smooth and consistent delivery of information. Handle payment transactions like a pro—billing, collections, and disbursements are your game. Plus, dive into the excitement of campus life by assisting with events like Orientation and Registration. Your role is key to keeping everything running smoothly and making the student experience unforgettable!

Pay Range

$22 - $25 per hour

Hours

9 am - 6 pm Monday - Friday with occasional Saturday hours

Location

Canton, MI

What We Offer

• Paid Training
• Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
• Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
• Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
• Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
• Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
• Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment

Responsibilities

• Payment Processor and Customer Service: Guiding Students and Parents to Financial Clarity with Expert Advice and Exceptional Service
• Disbursements: Streamlining Refunds, Grant Awards, and Student Check Disbursements
• Collections: Managing Student Payments and Accounts: From Collection to Graduation, Ensuring Financial Accuracy and Timely Funding
• Inventory Control: Inventory of Student Store Merchandise, ACH Transactions

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required
• Associate’s degree preferred
• Experience: 1-3 years of previous experience; preferably in an institution of higher education or in the customer service industry
• Some accounting and/or general ledger experience preferred
• Communicate Effectively: Skilled in clear and effective oral and written communication with a diverse customer base, always maintaining a welcoming and friendly demeanor.
• Interpersonal skills: builds effective relationships, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, organized, high level of attention to detail, and accuracy
• Technical Skills: Must have a good understanding of Microsoft Office programs (Microsoft Excel intermediate knowledge) and the ability to learn other systems

About Us

It’s all about reputation. 60 years of experience, trusted by 35+ industry-leading brands, 16 campuses, and 16 technical programs. But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!