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WGU is hiring a Student Support Assistant responsible for assisting students and staff in developing essential support skills, managing inbound and outbound calls, and resolving student inquiries efficiently. The role involves collaborating with internal teams to maintain high standards of service and ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with company policies.

Highlights

Assist students and staff in building Student Support Services skills tailored to operational needs.
Handle inbound and outbound calls professionally to address and resolve student inquiries.
Conduct initial assessments of student issues using knowledge of platforms and support systems.
Collaborate with internal teams and escalate cases as needed to ensure student satisfaction.
Monitor potential service lapses and proactively resolve issues to maintain seamless support.
Comply with company policies regarding attendance, performance, and confidentiality.
Document all processes, procedures, and student communications accurately and timely.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and able to learn and navigate various technological platforms.
Requires a High School diploma or equivalent and one or more years of related experience.
Schedule includes evening and weekend hours; position offers bonuses, medical and dental benefits, retirement plans, and flexible paid time off.

Student Support Assistant Full Description

Student Support Assistant

Phoenix Office

Full time

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Grade: Services 203Pay Range: $17.35 - $25.19

Job Description

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Assists both students and staff in building essential Student Support Services skills. Tailors training and support to address specific operational needs, ensuring foundational skills are established and maintained. 
Handles both inbound and outbound calls with professionalism, aiming to effectively address and resolve student inquiries to enhance the student experience. 
Conducts detailed initial assessments of student issues, utilizing comprehensive knowledge of platforms and support systems to achieve a high standard of service and, whenever possible, resolve concerns in a single interaction. 
Works collaboratively with internal teams to deliver a cohesive and effective support experience. Coordinates and, when necessary, escalates cases to the appropriate departments to ensure the highest levels of student satisfaction. 
Monitors for potential service lapses that could affect students and takes proactive steps to address and resolve these issues, reinforcing a seamless support experience. 
Upholds all company and departmental policies with a strong focus on attendance, punctuality, performance benchmarks, and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive student and staff information. 
Complies with departmental standards for documentation, ensuring that all processes, procedures, and student communications are accurately recorded and maintained in a timely manner. 
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

This job description includes a general representation of job requirements rather than a comprehensive inventory of all required responsibilities or work activities. The contents of this document or related job requirements may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to learn and navigate different technological platforms. 
Proficient use and operation of personal computers and associated standard software, including Microsoft Office Suite. 
Ability to keep a professional attitude with staff and students. 
Able to accept and implement feedback from QA Coaching and in Supervisor one on one settings. 
Ability to work in a dynamic and flexible environment. 
Strong analytical skills balanced with effective communication and excellent customer service skills.  
Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
Accomplish tasks by following a defined standard or set of procedures to achieve day to day objectives.  
Ability to stay current with updates in a rapidly changing environment.  
Willingness to learn and grow.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience

1 or more years of related experience.
Schedule will include evening/ weekend hours

Preferred Qualifications

Some college experience.
1 or more years of customer service or contact center experience.

Position & Application Details
Full-Time Regular Positions (classified as regular and working 40 standard weekly hours): This is a full-time, regular position (classified for 40 standard weekly hours) that is eligible for bonuses; medical, dental, vision, telehealth and mental healthcare; health savings account and flexible spending account; basic and voluntary life insurance; disability coverage; accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity supplemental coverages; legal and identity theft coverage; retirement savings plan; wellbeing program; discounted WGU tuition; and flexible paid time off for rest and relaxation with no need for accrual, flexible paid sick time with no need for accrual, 11 paid holidays, and other paid leaves, including up to 12 weeks of parental leave.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.

Original Job Description

Student Support Assistant

Phoenix Office

Full time

Job Description

Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

Assists both students and staff in building essential Student Support Services skills. Tailors training and support to address specific operational needs, ensuring foundational skills are established and maintained. 
Handles both inbound and outbound calls with professionalism, aiming to effectively address and resolve student inquiries to enhance the student experience. 
Conducts detailed initial assessments of student issues, utilizing comprehensive knowledge of platforms and support systems to achieve a high standard of service and, whenever possible, resolve concerns in a single interaction. 
Works collaboratively with internal teams to deliver a cohesive and effective support experience. Coordinates and, when necessary, escalates cases to the appropriate departments to ensure the highest levels of student satisfaction. 
Monitors for potential service lapses that could affect students and takes proactive steps to address and resolve these issues, reinforcing a seamless support experience. 
Upholds all company and departmental policies with a strong focus on attendance, punctuality, performance benchmarks, and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive student and staff information. 
Complies with departmental standards for documentation, ensuring that all processes, procedures, and student communications are accurately recorded and maintained in a timely manner. 
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to learn and navigate different technological platforms. 
Proficient use and operation of personal computers and associated standard software, including Microsoft Office Suite. 
Ability to keep a professional attitude with staff and students. 
Able to accept and implement feedback from QA Coaching and in Supervisor one on one settings. 
Ability to work in a dynamic and flexible environment. 
Strong analytical skills balanced with effective communication and excellent customer service skills.  
Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
Accomplish tasks by following a defined standard or set of procedures to achieve day to day objectives.  
Ability to stay current with updates in a rapidly changing environment.  
Willingness to learn and grow.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience

1 or more years of related experience.
Schedule will include evening/ weekend hours

Preferred Qualifications

Some college experience.
1 or more years of customer service or contact center experience.

How to Apply: If interested, an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive.

Accommodations: Applicants with disabilities who require assistance or accommodation during the application or interview process should contact our Talent Acquisition team at recruiting@wgu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.

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