Payment Processor

In the ever expanding city of Los Angeles, Trojans need reliable and convenient transportation options. USC Transportation has risen to meet that need, operating parking structures, busses, student-run Campus Cruisers and a fuel station. To meet the unique needs of each Trojan, Transportation also coordinates with numerous taxi companies and rental car agencies to provide a vast source of transit options. A division of USC Auxiliary Services, Transportation is always looking for new ways to make USC safer and more convenient for students, athletes, faculty, staff, and visitors.

We are seeking a Payment Processor to join our rapidly growing team.

The Opportunity :

As our Payment Processor, you will be on the front line of our team, ensuring that University regulations are followed and Transportation continues to provide exceptional customer service. Your knowledge of University regulations and your ability to communicate these effectively to our customers will be crucial to your success. It will be vital to ensure you maintain a smiling, friendly demeanor, so that our guests are happy to return!

The Accountabilities :

• Accept, document, and issue requested receipts for payments made in person, over the phone, online, or through the mail. Verify signatures on all documents, transactions, or other paperwork. Examine currency for counterfeiting.
• Monitor assigned accounts and respond to inquiries regarding charges, balances, due dates, and late fees. Research payment posting issues, such as misapplied payments, missing items, or duplicate payments. Process necessary adjustments or corrections. Generate deferments when necessary.
• Manage customer accounts and resolve customer issues, complaints, and problems in a quick, efficient manner to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality service. Escalate difficult or complex problems to manager, as necessary.
• Prepare bank deposits, checking for accuracy and reconciling any errors, as required. Create financial reports, as requested.
• Ensure compliance with all University and department policies and procedures and Federal guidelines with respect to disbursal of any refund, loan check, or any other type of monetary transaction involving student accounts. Advise management of inconsistencies with and recommend modifications to department policies and procedures.
• Reports any maintenance issues for parking lots / structures, safety / suspicious behavior. This includes communication with dispatch regarding their location, status and calls for service lo cite specific illegally parked cars and submitting work orders to Facilities Services as needed.
• Receives approval and coordinates impound (boot) of vehicles with 3 or more outstanding violations and entering all information into T2 Flex Systems, our law enforcement records management system.
• Assists in providing motorist services to the University community and the public such as directing individuals to available parking and specific buildings / departments on campus, assisting visitors and registered users or the campus parking system in understanding regulations and the availability or parking in all areas of the campus, and jump-starting vehicles
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

The Qualifiers :

Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, and University laws and policies.

What We Prefer :

The Trojan Family Rewards :

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This support advocates work-life balance and employee well-being. As members of the Trojan family, employees are connected by the traditions and history that make us proud to be Trojans!

The work culture thrives on mutual respect, trust, and synergy amongst all of its members.

USC has great minds that transform the world with their talents and research.

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The hourly rate range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00. When determining an offer, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education, training, key skills, internal peer alignment, applicable laws, contractual requirements, grant funding, and market conditions.

Minimum Education :

High school or equivalent

Combined experience / education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience : 6 - 12 months

Minimum Field of Expertise :

Ability to handle and balance cash. Ability to process or learn to process credit card

payments and transactions. Strong math skills. Strong data entry skills with ability to

process high volumes of transactions accurately. Basic accounting. Proficiency in Word.

Proficiency in Excel.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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