Personnel Assistant II

North South Consulting Group; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

North South Consulting Group is seeking a part-time Personnel Assistant II (Identity Credentialing Specialist) to provide professional customer service and administrative support in a secure credentialing environment. You will verify identities, process credential applications and updates, and maintain electronic records while upholding privacy and security standards.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to helping customers with credentialing requirements

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum one year of experience in customer service, administrative support, records management, HR, office administration, or related field.
• Experience using computerized information systems for data entry and record maintenance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
• Must be able to complete background screening and maintain eligibility for access to secure systems and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, professional, and timely customer service to individuals requesting identity credentialing and related administrative services.
• Verify customer identity and eligibility using credentialing and enrollment systems.
• Process new credential requests, renewals, replacements, updates, and related transactions.
• Review applications and support documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with procedures.
• Enter, update, and maintain electronic records with a high degree of accuracy.
• Assist customers with application requirements, documentation, and eligibility questions.
• Process credential maintenance transactions, including password resets, certificate updates, and account maintenance.
• Operate credential production equipment, scanners, cameras, printers, computers, and other office equipment.
• Perform basic user-level maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment.
• Protect sensitive and confidential information per privacy and security requirements.
• Maintain accountability of controlled materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Respond to customer inquiries by telephone, email, and in person in a professional and courteous manner.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Microsoft Office

Records management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Computerized information systems

Credentialing systems

Enterprise databases

Job description

Position Summary

This is a part time (20 hrs/week) position.

The Personnel Assistant II (Identity Credentialing Specialist) provides professional customer service and administrative support in a secure credentialing environment. This position verifies customer identity, processes credential applications and updates, maintains electronic records, and ensures compliance with established organizational policies, security requirements, and operating procedures. The successful candidate demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, professionalism, and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service while safeguarding sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Provide courteous, professional, and timely customer service to individuals requesting identity credentialing and related administrative services.


• Verify customer identity and eligibility using authorized credentialing and enrollment systems.


• Process new credential requests, renewals, replacements, updates, and related administrative transactions.


• Review applications and support documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established procedures.


• Enter, update, and maintain electronic records with a high degree of accuracy.


• Assist customers with application requirements, documentation, and eligibility questions.


• Process credential maintenance transactions, including password resets, certificate updates, and account maintenance, as authorized.


• Operate credential production equipment, scanners, cameras, printers, computers, and other office equipment.


• Perform basic user-level maintenance and troubleshooting of office equipment.


• Protect sensitive and confidential information in accordance with applicable privacy and security requirements.


• Maintain accountability of controlled materials, supplies, and equipment.


• Respond to customer inquiries by telephone, email, and in person in a professional and courteous manner.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Minimum one (1) year of experience in customer service, administrative support, records management, human resources, office administration, or a related field.


• Experience using computerized information systems for data entry and record maintenance.


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.


• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.


• Must be able to successfully complete all required background screening and maintain eligibility for access to secure systems and facilities.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in identity management, credentialing, records administration, or document verification.


• Experience working in a highly regulated or security-focused environment.


• Experience providing face-to-face customer support in a high-volume office.


• Experience using enterprise database applications.