Data Processing Clerk

Pennsylvania-Higher-Education-Assistance-Agency-; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

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Hybrid work environment

Job summary

PHEAA is seeking an entry-level Full Time Data Processing Clerk at their AES Contact Center. The role involves reviewing documents, adjusting account information, and ensuring alignment with Department of Education guidelines. Training is provided with a two-week program and a strict training period without time off.

Salary starts at $15.00/hour with a $0.50 raise after 6 months. Hybrid shifts include on-site days and remote work, with a Monday–Friday schedule.

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

Attention to detail

Results-oriented

Confidentiality awareness

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.

Give back tomorrow by joining us today!

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: Tuesday September 8th

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.