Data Processing Clerk

Pennsylvania-Higher-Education-Assistance-Agency-; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

PHEAA is seeking an entry-level Full Time Data Processing Clerk to join the AES Contact Center in Harrisburg. The role involves reviewing documents, adjusting loan accounts, and processing requests in alignment with Department of Education guidelines.

Two-week training program with on-site and hybrid components, Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, and a start date of Monday October 26th. This position offers a starting wage of $15.00/hour with a future pay increase after six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of MS Office.
• Due to the sensitivity of customer information, maintaining confidentiality is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing incoming documents, calculate income, revise or make changes to account information such as demographic information (name, address, phone number, date of birth, etc.), repayment plans, due dates, postponing payments including deferments and forbearances, borrower correspondence, or other account adjustments.
• Compile and prepare information necessary to process adjustments to existing loans, new loans, or consolidation of loans.
• Requests are reviewed and honored in conjunction with the standards set by the Department of Education and Owner/Lender guidelines.
• Process and document adjustments to accounts, applications for loans, or other changes to account status.
• Report customer issues and concerns to supervisor.

Skills

MS Office

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

PHEAA is a nonprofit student aid organization that holds a mission of providing affordable access to higher education.

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Salary: $15.00/hour (a $.50 increase will occur after 6 months of service)

Training Shift: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM for two consecutive weeks (Hybrid)

Training Class Start Date: Monday October 26th

Long Term Shift: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Hybrid- 2 days per week onsite)

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Department: AES Contact Center

Job Purpose and Summary

PHEAA is looking for results-oriented and detailed-focused individuals to join our team as an entry-level Full Time Data Processing Clerk! This role is responsible for reviewing incoming documentation from customers or other entities and making account adjustments based on the requests in alignment with department procedures.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Reviewing incoming documents, calculate income, revise or make changes to account information such as demographic information (name, address, phone number, date of birth, etc.), repayment plans, due dates, postponing payments including deferments and forbearances, borrower correspondence, or other account adjustments.

Compile and prepare information necessary to process adjustments to existing loans, new loans, or consolidation of loans.

Requests are reviewed and honored in conjunction with the standards set by the Department of Education and Owner/Lender guidelines.

Process and document adjustments to accounts, applications for loans, or other changes to account status.

Report customer issues and concerns to supervisor.

Our knowledgeable staff creates a comprehensive training program to ensure our team members are destined for success.

Candidates must complete a two week training program that combines lecture and practice on live customer accounts and performs account adjustments.

Due to the amount and complexity of information, time off will not be permitted during the training period.

Periodic training assessments with passing scores are required to continue through the full training program.

Required Skills

High school diploma or equivalent.

Computer literacy and knowledge of MS Office.

Due to the sensitivity of customer information, maintaining confidentiality is necessary.

PHEAA's environment welcomes and supports our employees, customers, and stakeholders; we seek out and value differing perspectives and contributions.