Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology, education services, and learning management solutions to education and faith-based organizations, serving more than 1,300 higher education institutions, 11,500 K-12 schools, 3,500 churches, and millions of individual students, families, and supporters across the globe. Our culture of service enables us to form long-lasting and trusted partnerships, while our focus on creativity and innovative solutions empowers our customer communities to thrive.

 

As a Nelnet company, the perks at NBS go beyond our benefits package. You’re part of a community, invested in you as an individual and united by our mission to create opportunities for people where they live, learn and work.

The People Services Coordinator collects, analyzes, processes and corrects (as needed) submissions of time worked by field staff working in instructional services (teachers, coaches, coordinators, etc.), as well as calculates accurate pay for the time worked based on signed agreements and designated funds.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.    Collect field staff time submissions and send reminders as necessary if late in submitting information.
2.    Collect attendance information (as applicable) to compare with time submissions.
3.    Follow established procedures and processes to accurately process time/attendance information submitted by field staff.
4.    Input data into spreadsheets and/or applicable systems.
5.    Cross check hires, terminations, leaves of absence, as well as hours of work per week and total funds allocated by the school in each field staff member’s agreement (as applicable).
6.    Coordinate, as needed, with Finance and School Accounts Management to ensure accuracy of information utilized. 
7.    Calculate applicable pay based on data entered.
8.    Identify variances, errors, discrepancies and trouble-shoot to resolve the issues. 
9.    Respond to Payroll, Operations, schools and field staff questions regarding time, attendance and payroll. 
10.    Actively look for ways to improve efficiency and accuracy and share suggestions with team and supervisor as applicable.
 

Hourly Rate Range : $24.04- $26.44

New York Applicants: $26.44- $28.85

EDUCATION: 
Associate’s Degree in a related field (may substitute with HS Diploma + 3 years relevant experience).

EXPERIENCE: 
1.    Minimum 1 year of experience in payroll.
2.    Minimum 2 years of administrative experience in a business environment.
3.    Experience working in payroll system(s) and spreadsheets, as well as MS Office.

COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
1.    Excellent customer service skills.
2.    Strong verbal and written communication skills. 
3.    Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities and maintain professionalism.
4.    Strong technical skills (MS Office & payroll processing systems) 
5.    Excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills.
6.    Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy.
7.    Highly organized and able to work with sense of urgency to complete assigned tasks within strict timelines.
8.    Strong math skills and ability and analytical skills to spot inaccuracies/discrepancies.
 

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK.

Nelnet is committed to providing a welcoming and respectful workplace where all associates have the opportunity to succeed. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the unique contributions of every team member and believe that a positive work environment benefits everyone.  

Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net.

Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.