Student Financial Services Representative

Student Financial Services Representative

St. Ambrose University is hiring a Student Financial Services Representative to support a onestop student-centered service model across Financial Aid and Student Accounts. This is a frontline role assisting students and families with financial aid questions billing/payment support and policy guidance by phone email and in person.

Key Duties

• Provide high-quality customer service to students/families (phone email in person)
• Answer questions related to financial aid billing payments and university policies
• Assist with FAFSA verification and related financial aid documentation
• Review student accounts explain charges and help resolve account issues/restrictions
• Process transactions (payments payment plans) and support daily office operations
• Educate students on policies/processes such as:
  • refunds/direct deposit 1098T student payroll housing deposits
  • billing systems (e.g. TouchNet)
• Use judgment to resolve routine issues and escalate complex cases appropriately
• Maintain accuracy and confidentiality; ensure compliance with FERPA and applicable regulations
• Support reporting data entry and occasional project/process improvement work
• Perform opening/closing cash procedures following internal controls
• Cross-train and assist across Student Financial Services as needed

Required Qualifications

• Associates degree
• 3 years customer service experience (higher education preferred)
• Strong communication skills (written/verbal) and professionalism under pressure
• Conflict resolution skills and commitment to serving diverse populations
• Strong attention to detail; ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word) and web-based systems

Preferred

• Experience in financial aid student accounts registrar or student services setting
• Familiarity with TouchNet or similar billing/payment platforms

Work Environment

• Fast-paced high-volume student-facing service-oriented office environment
• Occasional schedule flexibility to meet operational needs

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical dental vision and retirement plans.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition Remission.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Access to campus amenities cultural events and recreational facilities.

St. Ambrose University and its affiliate campuses are an inclusive Catholic and diocesan community of learners empowering all members of that community to act courageously to seek wisdom through faith and reason to work for justice and mercy and to lead lives of service.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit your resume cover letter and contact information for three professional references though our online application portal at . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. EOE