Customer Service Rep (Remote) Hendersonville, TN

Central Research, Inc. (CRI) is dedicated to helping people navigate their federal student loans with compassion and clarity. They are currently seeking Customer Service Representatives who will assist borrowers with account inquiries and provide empathetic support in a remote contact center environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist student loan borrowers with account inquiries, repayment options, and application processes
• Handle inbound and outbound calls in a fast-paced, high-volume contact center environment
• Provide accurate, professional, and empathetic customer support
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, company policies, and data security standards
• Meet key performance indicators and quality assurance standards

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizenship
• High School diploma or GED
• 6+ months of customer service in a business, non-retail environment or call center experience
• 6+ months of computer experience in a business setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote)
• Must live within 75 miles of Hendersonville, TN
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Public Trust (5c) security clearance (financial/credit history and background will be reviewed):
• Not in default on federal student loans
• Demonstrated financial responsibility
• No felony convictions within the past 7 years
• Misdemeanor convictions within the past 7 years may impact eligibility
• No non-medical collections totaling $7,500 or more
• Reliable high-speed internet connection (No WIFI, wired Ethernet required)
• Reliable transportation to a CRI facility for pre-employment visits (such as equipment pickup and credentialing) and any additional on-site requirements during employment
• Must pass an online customer service assessment
• Must have a quiet, private, and distraction-free home workspace, with no caregiving responsibilities or other interruptions during scheduled work hours
• Available to work any assigned shift during Contact Center hours: Monday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM CT, Tuesday & Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM CT, Thursday & Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM CT
• Prior call center experience
• Associate or bachelor's degree