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Central Research, Inc.

Leading provider of management, financial, and IT services for government and commercial clients.

Customer Service Rep

Customer SupportCustomer SupportFull TimeRemoteJuniorTeam 201-500Since 2002H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Tennessee

Posted

11 days ago

Salary

$17 / hour

Seniority

Junior

High School0.5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Customer Service Rep

Central Research, Inc.

• Assist student loan borrowers with account inquiries, repayment options, and application processes • Handle inbound and outbound calls in a fast-paced, high-volume contact center environment • Provide accurate, professional, and empathetic customer support • Ensure compliance with federal regulations, company policies, and data security standards • Meet key performance indicators and quality assurance standards

Job Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship
  • High School diploma or GED
  • 6+ months of customer service in a business, non-retail environment or call center experience
  • 6+ months of computer experience in a business setting
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote)
  • Must live within 75 miles of Hendersonville, TN
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust (5c) security clearance (financial/credit history and background will be reviewed)
  • Not in default on federal student loans
  • Demonstrated financial responsibility
  • No felony convictions within the past 7 years
  • Misdemeanor convictions within the past 7 years may impact eligibility
  • No non-medical collections totaling $7,500 or more

Benefits

  • Health & Welfare Pay: Additional $5.09 hour (up to 40 hrs./week), which can fully cover employee-only medical, dental, and vision premiums
  • Work-from-home flexibility with structured support and training
  • Opportunities for growth within a mission-driven organization

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