Student Accounts Cashier; T00968

Position Overview

Student Accounts Cashier (T00968). Temporary hourly position located primarily at the main Cullowhee campus. Pay is $17/hr, 25–30 hours per week. Employees are paid bi‑weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

• Serve students, parents, and campus partners by answering questions and resolving issues related to student charges and collections.
• Process third‑party billing.
• Enter cash, credit card, and wire payments into Banner (Ellucian ERP).
• Operate and balance a cash drawer and prepare bank deposits.
• Answer student account inquiries in compliance with applicable policies, state and federal laws.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional interaction with faculty, staff, and others.
• Integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Detail‑oriented with strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, follow standard operating procedures, and meet reporting deadlines.
• Ability to retain and apply detailed policies and procedures consistently and independently.

High school diploma or equivalency plus one year of cashiering experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Experience in higher education and cashiering is preferred. Familiarity with Banner or an equivalent ERP system is ideal.

• Open Date: 02/23/2026
• Close Date: 03/16/2026

Applicants must apply online and complete all areas of the application. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Qualified applicants will be contacted directly by the department if selected for interview. Temporary employees are paid bi‑weekly on an hourly basis and do not receive benefits.

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks; some positions also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Western Carolina University uses E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Proper documentation of identity and employability is required at the time of employment.

All new employees must have listed credentials or degrees verified within thirty days of employment. Employees who will be teaching must provide official transcripts for the highest earned degree or the degree required to satisfy qualification requirements within thirty days of employment.

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