Financial Aid Concierge for Students

Ista Express Service GmbH; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kennesaw State University is seeking a part-time Customer Service Counselor to assist students, prospective students, and parents with financial aid processes. You will collaborate with campus offices to provide timely, accurate information and guidance throughout the college experience.

The role requires strong customer service skills, high school diploma, and ability to handle confidential information in line with FERPA. Bilingual candidates are preferred and some college experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience in a customer service role preferred.
• Bilingualism and college experience in higher education are pluses.

Responsibilities

• Monitors the department's phone and email systems.
• Provides timely, accurate responses to students and parents about financial aid.
• Documents communication and interactions according to guidelines.
• Escalates inquiries to appropriate personnel per guidelines.
• Maintains compliance with FERPA and applicable regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Empathy

Time management

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Presentation skills

Education

High school diploma

Undergraduate degree

Advanced degree

Experience in higher education services

Tools

Microsoft Office

BANNER

OnBase

DegreeWorks

Salesforce/TargetX/CRM

CRM programs

Job description

Kennesaw State University is seeking a part-time Customer Service Counselor to assist students, prospective students, and parents with financial aid processes. You will collaborate with campus offices to provide timely, accurate information and guidance throughout the college experience.

The role requires strong customer service skills, high school diploma, and ability to handle confidential information in line with FERPA. Bilingual candidates are preferred and some college experience is a plus.