| Job Title: |
Student Services Advocate |
| Hours Per Week: |
40
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| Job Summary: |
Provides front-line services and outreach to students with the highest levels of customer service and accuracy. Utilizes problem-solving skills & knowledge of policies & procedures related to registration, billing, and student financial assistance.
This position may be approved for remote work on a hybrid basis. Remote work is not a right, but a working arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason.
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| Duties/Physical Demands: |
Provides excellent customer service and problem resolution in a high-volume environment. Resolves inquiries by phone, in person, and by email communication with students, families, staff and other parties. Counsels parents and students in the areas of financial aid, billing, registration and provides a referral to other offices, as needed.
Serves as a liaison to campus offices to advocate on behalf of students who require our assistance.
Delivers presentations to students, parents, University staff and to the external community on topics related to billing, financial aid, and registration. Provides support for University outreach to targeted populations.
Processes registration forms and academic records such as Independent Study forms, schedule changes, enrollment verification requests, and transcripts. Requires in-depth knowledge in divisional and departmental policies, withdrawals, and re-enrollment processes.
Performs independent special projects, as needed, such as representing on University committees, reviewing and submitting updates for the website, maintenance of data in our ticketing system.
Completes other duties, as assigned.
Will represent the One Stop as a liaison to assigned areas of the University
Keeps current with federal, state and University policies, procedures, and regulations that may impact the business of the One Stop.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
Associate's Degree (or greater) OR two years of experience working full- or part-time in a customer-related field
Must be able to attend functions off-campus and work evening and weekend hours as needed; some travel may be required.
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| Desired Qualifications: |
Student financial aid or registration or student accounts/billing experience in a higher education setting.
Knowledge of and experience with Miami University, including institutional and unit policies, procedures and processes.
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| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities |
Ability to serve customers graciously, quickly and accurately.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
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| Diversity Statement: |
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| EO/AA Statement/Clery Act: |
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at (513) 529-2223. |
| Labor Law Posters for Applicants: |
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| Benefits Eligible: |
Yes
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