Onboarding Configuration Specialist I at Nelnet in Lincoln, NE

  • Company: Nelnet
  • Location: Lincoln, NE
  • Salary: $23 – $25/hr
  • Job type: full time
  • Workplace: hybrid
  • Posted: 2026-10-16

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Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc., provides payment technology and education services to more than 1,200 higher education institutions, nearly 12,000 K-12 schools, 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. The Onboarding Configuration Specialist I is the key player for effective communication and onboarding of schools who are utilizing FACTS products and services. This position will serve as the primary point of contact for a client during the onboarding phase of a product or products. The Onboarding Configuration Specialist I will also facilitate internal/external business calls to ensure the correct setup of products and to introduce points of contact for the client. This position offers a hybrid work option. Nelnet values flexibility and understands the importance of work-life integration. Our hybrid work environment allows associates to work remotely for part of the week, while also fostering collaboration and team connection through in-office presence. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To be considered, candidates must already be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship. Compensation for this role is $22.60- $25.00 an hour, depending on experience. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide support as part of an overall Onboarding Team to an Institution implementing one or more FACTS products/services. Contact institutions to establish onboarding timelines and expectations. Work closely with associates from other FACTS Operations teams and/or Sales Team to enhance the customer experience and satisfaction. Verify and/or complete the Onboarding Checklist. Setup and configure the FACTS Products handled by the FACTS Onboarding Team. Coordinate data exchanges with clients and their various information systems. Work with other FACTS Operations teams (e.g., Account Management) to ensure a smooth transition from Onboarding. Establish and maintain a training program for client institutions, including curriculum and training sessions customized for the institution’s needs. Conduct online training with new institutions and/or new contacts at existing institutions, instructing them on all aspects of the products they are implementing. Contribute to documentation and/or training materials in one of more of the following ways: 1) provide input from customer requests; 2) develop materials; 3) maintain materials and/or 4) research and implement new ways to present materials for clients. Provide ideas and analysis for enhancements to current processes and features of new or existing products. Answer product specific questions and/or find appropriate resources to answer questions about products. (Includes the FACTS Financial System, stand-alone products, partnership companies, FACTS SIS, and integration related topics.) Overall management of technical and operational aspects for NBS product Onboarding. Provide monthly reporting of activities to the Team Leader. Provide phone support and back-up for all areas of FACTS Operations as needed. Maintain institution tracking in CRM and other internal tracking required for auditing purposes. EDUCATION: Associate degree in related field (Bachelor’s degree preferred). EXPERIENCE: Three years of experience in product service or onboarding preferred. Experience providing excellent client service. Solid working knowledge of existing FACTS/NBS Financial and SIS products, stand-alone products (as applicable). COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES: Ability to quickly grasp concepts and apply newly acquired product knowledge when working with institutions. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to constructively discuss sensitive issu

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