Program Administrator

ISTS

Nashville, TN(remote)

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$55,000–$60,000
LOCATION
Nashville, TN
POSTED
5 days ago

Program Administrator (Education Benefits) — Make school possible for working adults

If you love organized, detail‑driven work and you genuinely enjoy helping people, you’ll thrive here. This role keeps our clients’ education benefit programs running smoothly so participants get clear answers, deadlines don’t slip, and payments go out accurately. You’ll manage moving parts, spot issues before they become problems, and make the process better over time without losing the human touch.

Why you’ll like this role

  • Work that matters: Your work helps people access tuition support and complete their education goals.

  • A role with variety: Each day blends coordination, problem‑solving, and client support—no two cycles are exactly the same.

  • Make things better: You’ll look for gaps and inefficiencies and help improve how we operate.

  • Remote-friendly: Fully remote, computer-based work using email, messaging, phone, chat, and video tools.

  • Flexible PTO: Take time off to recharge when you need it.

What you’ll do

  • Manage a portfolio of client programs, ensuring clients see success through high‑quality applicant experience.

  • Run the day‑to‑day administration of tuition assistance and tuition reimbursement programs from start to finish.

  • Coordinate timelines and tasks so clients and applicants stay on track, ensuring timely execution of all deliverables.

  • Review payroll files, ensure accuracy, and help identify the root cause of issues.

  • Use tools and data to monitor work, flag risks, and strengthen processes.

  • Help support system enhancements by documenting needs, testing changes, and validating results.

You’ll be a great fit if you…

  • Enjoy detailed work and take pride in accuracy.

  • Can juggle multiple priorities and still meet deadlines.

  • Communicate clearly and professionally especially when someone needs help or reassurance.

  • Like solving problems and improving the way work gets done.

  • Are comfortable learning tools and using data to stay organized and effective

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

  • Three (3) or more years of experience working with education assistance programs

  • Three (3) or more years of experience in relationship management

  • Five (5) or more years of experience working in a service-driven environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Leverage AI to improve efficiency and streamline workflows

  • Process & Workflow Management

  • Strong technical aptitude utilizing the company’s standard development platforms

  • Attention to detail across all aspects of the role

  • Fluency with Office 365 products (Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, non-exempt salaried position, and the expected regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm CT. Hours may be flexible and vary as needed.

About the Company

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