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Student Academic Services (0160), United States of America

Buckeye Link Counselor.

FINANCE & LEGAL$19–20/HR
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Job Title: Buckeye Link Counselor Department: Strategic Enrollment | Buckeye Link Buckeye Link Counselor Summary The Buckeye Link team helps students and families take care of the business of being a Buckeye. We pride ourselves in providing exceptional and integrated service in support of financial aid billing admissions and student records. Buckeye Link Counselors spend a significant amount of their time on the phone interpreting questions from students and families in order to assess their individual needs, and provide appropriate solutions and/or recommendations applicable to their unique situations. Interactions require Counselors to proficiently navigate multiple systems while also applying knowledge acquired through training and leveraging available resources in order to translate relatively complex information into easily digestible and consumable information for students and families. This position is a rewarding opportunity to assist students in matters essential to their academic success by helping them with the business of being a college student from application through graduation. Position Environment Buckeye Link is a highly scheduled fast-paced and continuously changing student-centered environment. The majority of students and families call Buckeye Link for assistance so the Buckeye Link Counselor spends most of the day working independently while trouble-shooting and resolving issues over the phone. Inquiries are generally unique in nature which requires account research and possibly additional follow up with students and families. Often times students and families are confused and/or upset when contacting Buckeye Link so it is imperative Counselors demonstrate empathy and resiliency in all interactions. This position functions with a moderate to high degree of resourcefulness and independence and makes decisions according to established policies and procedures. Providing excellent service is of the utmost importance so quality and productivity metrics are reviewed regularly to ensure we are meeting the needs of our students and families. We pride ourselves in being an open collaborative environment where teamwork and sharing ideas are viewed as vital to the success of the unit. This is a full-time hourly administrative professional position. Staff are required to work additional hours during peak times around the start of each semester. As one of the university’s largest student-facing offices the reliability of our employees is imperative to support student success. Performance Objectives Specifically, this position will be responsible for: Providing excellent service to students and families mainly through the phone in addition to email and in-person interactions by holistically counseling students with a goal of first contact resolution. Communicating professionally with their audience. Advocating and removing barriers to student success within a large complex university setting. Demonstrating university and organizational values in all interactions. Additional Information: There are two (2) openings for this position. Required Experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education/experience. Two years of relevant experience with minimum of one year in customer service and/or call center environment as a student employee or professional staff member. Desired Experience: Desired candidate would have 2-4 years of experience in customer service, experience resolving complex issues. experience having difficult conversations, and demonstrate maturity and resilience and the ability to work with students, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds including different cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Sensitive to cultural diversity and ability to professionally communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and identities. Comfortable answering inquiries and troubleshooting student accounts. Please submit a resume and a cover letter with your application. Career Roadmap Function: Academic Administration Sub-function: Student Services Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized Career Level: S2 The pay range for this job profile is $19.47 - $20.25 per hour. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications. Location: Student Academic Services (0160) Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions. The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. At Ohio State, you’ll find work that inspires you. We offer roles and growth opportunities in countless fields and specialties — including a job that’s right for you. Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including: • Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost. • Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays. • State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions. As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you. Review the Frequently Asked Questions for details on using Workday and submitting your application.
Pay
$19–20/hr
Where
Student Academic Services (0160), United States of America
Work
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Type
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Posted
20 Oct, 2026
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