Student Affairs Associate-Casual Job Pewaukee area,Wisconsin USA,Administrative/Clerical

Job Title

Student Affairs Associate

Job Description

This position provides primary support services (e.g. creating a welcoming environment, scheduling appointments, taking calls, responding to emails, processing, etc.) for students and guests working with student services departments from the point of pre-enrollment to graduation. They will maintain knowledge of the division, interpret, and teach these policies and procedures to prospective and current students. In addition, this position provides project support for the division as time allows.

Characteristic

Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.

Create a welcoming environment by providing excellent customer service to students and community members through phone, email, text, and other communication channels. Identify student needs and address them appropriately and efficiently. Check-in and schedule appointments for prospective, new and current students. Complete reminder calls, email messages and send text messages for appointments. Verify aspects of students' status and provide information regarding necessary policies and procedures.

Process documentation based on individual need. Maintain privacy and confidentiality.

Process payments via cash, credit card, or check, troubleshoot accounts and answer basic fee questions. Apply charges to student accounts for various college services. Reconcile daily cash drawers and ensure the security of cash. Balance receipts to closing statements.

Facilitate the workflow of daily student services processes and collaborate within a team to determine what work holds the greatest priority of production in a given time of during the student lifecycle as it relates to departmental goals. Compile and prepare correspondence and documents for mailings.

Assist students with navigating College systems, including student registration; processing of adds, drops, withdrawals, and admissions applications; receipt of payments; and processing of student documents.

Identify and troubleshoot student record and enrollment issues; correct and/or update as needed. Assist students and community members in with accessing and navigating campus resources.

Inform and instruct students through student services processes including, but not limited to course registration, WCTC application account creation and program declaration, FAFSA, accessing email, transcript requests, setting up payment plans, accessing tax documents, registering for testing, and enrollment verification

Participate in events representing the one-stop shop as needed.

Collaborate with Student Services staff, Deans, Associate Deans and other college staff to perform essential functions and to ensure a positive student experience

Provide accurate and up-to-date information as needed to students and community members as it relates to student services functions.

Participate in and contribute to assignments and special projects of a similar nature and level

Minimum Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment
Ability to communicate effectively with students, the general public, and staff members
Ability to work effectively as a team member and independently
Ability to type at least 35 words per minute
Familiarity with computer software applications such as word processing and spreadsheets, chat systems, and email
Ability to be courteous, respectful, and tactful when dealing with personal or difficult situations
Aptitude for accuracy and detail; ability to organize work and multi-task; ability to troubleshoot and problem solve

EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma plus some post-secondary education;
Associate's degree preferred.
Two (2) years of general office or customer service experience; prior work experience in higher education with knowledge of Student Services is preferred.

Supplemental Information

The Student Affairs Associate is part of the Registration department and will report to the Manager of Ollie's Compass.

The position is available to start immediately. This is a part-time position, and not benefit eligible. The hours are flexible Monday through Friday, and will not exceed 18 hours per week.

Application Details:
All applicants (both internal and external) must submit a completed application along with a current resume and cover letter. Interviews:
Selected candidates will be invited to an on-campus interview, to be determined. Internal team members are encouraged to grow their careers at WCTC! To be eligible to apply for a new role, employees must be in their current position for at least six (6) months. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United…