Research Specialist - work from home- MUST RESIDE IN TEXAS

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.RESEARCH SPECIALIST-FULL TIMESMI is one of the most highly regarded technology producers in the human services field. We develop state-of-the-art solutions for complex human service operations. To maintain our prominence in this competitive industry, SMI recruits individuals who are technical, creative, client-focused, and most importantly willing to go the Extra Mile. In our 54th year as a family-owned and operated business, SMI considers its employees and clients part of an extended family. We are a family serving families. Our culture is one of teamwork, dedication, empowerment, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. We offer an optimal atmosphere for career growth and achievement while remaining competitive in terms of compensation and benefits. We are multi-state operation and administrative private company with a staff of over 650 employees throughout the United States. We depend on the expertise of our SMI team to support and develop the very best systems and product lines in the industry and expect continued innovation. If you are looking for a meaningful and fulfilling career, we hope that you will consider SMI.Position Overview Responsible for working towards the resolution of problem transactions that result from the processing of payments or the generation of disbursements.Other duties, as assigned.Key Functions/Basic Duties: Process child support payments, both paper and electronic form, in the SDU system in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.Research, outreach and document actions taken involving unidentified payments.Coordinate with Child support Field Units, county officials, other states, employers, and other various entities to distribute child support funds to the appropriate recipients.Knowledge of:Modern office practices, procedures, and equipmentRecord-keeping techniquesCustomer service techniques, including how to answer inbound and outbound callsAbility to: Pay attention to detailAccurately key dataWork independently with little direction and as a team member in a fast-paced environmentCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingEstablish and maintain effective working relationshipsMeet stringent schedules and timelinesWork confidentially with discretionTo apply interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesyWork various schedules and overtime, when necessary, must be flexibleEducation and/or Experience:High school diploma or equivalent and at least one year experience working in an area of SDU payment processing or in researchAn equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the workLanguage Skills:Must be fluent in EnglishComputer Skills:Must be proficient in data entry skills including keyboard, mouse, and 10-key pad and have experience and knowledge of software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Windows productsPay Rate: $15.50/hrWe provide the equipmentSchedule:Saturday 7:00am – 3:30pm or Finish (rotation)Sunday -OffMonday-6:30am till FinishTuesday-Friday 7:00am-3:30 or FinishONLY TEXAS APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDEREDPerks:Work from home!Paid training!Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days of enrollment401 (k)Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual on your first day!Gym Membership ReimbursementsCareer Growth OpportunitiesExciting, Fun and Supportive Virtual Work EnvironmentCoworkers Who Feel Like Family We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a Drug Free Workplace. #WeHireVets-Spouse #WelcomeVets

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