Data Processing Clerk

PHEAA; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 42,981,000 - 44,772,000; Full time

Job summary

PHEAA is seeking entry-level Data Processing Clerk candidates for a full-time role in Harrisburg, PA. The position involves reviewing customer documentation and making account adjustments in line with procedures, with emphasis on accuracy and confidentiality.

Training is two weeks long, combining lectures and hands-on practice on live accounts. Long-term shifts run Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, hybrid with two onsite days per week at PHEAA Headquarters.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of MS Office required.
• Maintaining confidentiality due to sensitive customer information.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming documents and adjust accounts per requests.
• Revise demographic and financial information and update repayment plans.
• Prepare information for loan adjustments or consolidations.
• Process and document account status changes and reports to supervisor.
• Escalate customer issues as needed.

Skills

Computer literacy

Confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Customer Service / Support / Operations

Harrisburg, PA

ID: 647-369

Full-Time/Regular

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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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Location: PHEAA Headquarters 1200 North 7th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102

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.

Training Class Details

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.