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Financial Aid Specialist

Employer
Columbia College (MO)
Location
Missouri, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Aug 5, 2022

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Position Type
Administrative, Student Affairs, Financial Aid
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Details



Financial Aid Specialist
Department:Financial Aid
Location:Kansas City, MO
Type:Staff, Full-time
Salary starting at:$15.50 per hour

Job Summary:
The Financial Aid Specialist will be responsible for processing financial aid in compliance with federal, state and institutional policy and procedures. The Specialist will also be responsible for ensuring aid is awarded accurately and in a timely manner.

Essential Functions:
  • Perform job duties in accordance with Columbia College’s vision, mission and values, and contributes to the development of the Financial Aid Department.
  • Review and award financial aid while complying with federal, state and institutional policy.
  • Correspond with students through various methods of communication including but not limited to email, phone and in person.
  • Analyze students’ files to ensure accuracy in accordance with federal, state and institutional policy.
  • Review changes or updates made to student files to determine eligibility.
  • Respond to submitted documentation and correspond with student regarding additional documentation needed.
  • Assist in documenting policies and procedures pertaining to financial aid.
  • Participate in financial aid events on and off campus.
  • Understand and respond to escalated student situations regarding complex financial aid situations.
  • Practice superior customer service.
  • Display respect and civility to all constituencies in all communications.
  • Attend work timely and on a regular basis during the established hours of operation; work additional hours as business necessitates.
  • Fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.

Required Core Competencies and Professional Experience:
  • Ability to fluently read, write, and understand the English language.
  • Proficiency with the following, but not limited to: active listening; speaking; writing; critical thinking; judgment and decision making; monitoring; reading comprehension; time management; coordination; and management of personnel resources.
  • Proficiency for using a variety of computer and technology-related software and equipment, including Microsoft Office products and database systems.
  • Proficiency in using web-based technologies, including database systems.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment, with or without direct supervision.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and effectively work in a multi-tasked environment with a variety of individuals.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and manages details efficiently.
  • Ability to adapt to a changing and growing environment.
  • Ability to work in fast-paced environment.

Preferred Core Competencies and Professional Experience:
  • One to three years financial aid experience in higher education.
  • Knowledge of Title IV regulations for federal student aid.
Required Level of Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience

Other Requirements: Ability to satisfy, within the parameters set by the College and consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, a criminal background check as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements: The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals seeking accommodation should contact the Human Resources Department without delay. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time, talk, and hear. The employee is required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crawl. Employee must be able to type on a computer keyboard and use a computer monitor on a regular basis.

Work Conditions: The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to outside weather conditions; however, possible exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety may occur while operating certain equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually mild.

This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive of every duty and responsibility required by the employee in the position.

Eligibility for employee benefits and perks is determined by employment status. For more information please see https://www.ccis.edu/careers .

The offer of employment and assignment to duties is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check. The information may include, but is not limited to, academic, residential, achievement, performance, attendance, disciplinary, employment history, credit history, driving history, and criminal history of public record.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Columbia College is an equal opportunity employer.

In compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Campus Safety for Columbia College has provided the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report and crime statistics for the main campus and venues nationwide.

Columbia College is required to distribute this information to all current and prospective employees and students. Please follow the link below for the full report or contact Human Resources at 573-875-7495 for a printed copy.

https://www.ccis.edu/campus-safety/crime-reporting/reports-stats

Company

Columbia College

Founded in 1851, Columbia College is dedicated to improving lives through higher education. As a private, nonprofit, coeducational liberal arts and sciences college, the college takes pride in its small classes, experienced faculty and quality educational programs. Since the college’s modest beginning, Columbia College has flourished in size and has become a nationally recognized educational institution. 

Originally founded as Christian Female College, the college changed its name to Columbia College in 1970 when it changed from a two-year women's college to a four-year coeducational college. Today, it serves thousands of students at locations across the nation.

At Columbia College, we strive to create an inclusive employee experience for everyone, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Columbia College is a safe place for open dialogue, a supporter of activities promoting diversity and inclusion, and ultimately, a community that welcomes all.

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