What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Aid Specialist position at Rend Lake College?
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Rend Lake College seeks a full-time Financial Aid Specialist. Here is the link where anyone interested may apply.
Rend Lake College seeks a full-time Financial Aid Specialist. This position involves assisting students in applying for financial aid, processing and verifying aid files, and serving as a School Certifying Officer (SCO) for VA educational benefits. Process and reconcile VA payments, checking data for accuracy, and presenting financial aid information to groups of prospective students and the community. An eye for detail, organizational skills and the ability to present to small and large groups are key abilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Assist students with information and application processes for grants, loans, scholarships, and student employment.
- Assist in the processing and awarding of all federal and state financial aid programs.
- Assist with or perform as directed tasks including, but not limited to: Return of Title IV funds; coordination of programs with outside agencies; processing student loans; management of the student employment program; completion of the Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate (FISAP); management of the Common Origination Disbursement (COD) with the Department of Education; etc.
- Establish and maintain a Financial Literacy program for RLC students and, as appropriate, the community.
- Coordinate and conduct financial aid awareness events, including FAFSA completion events, within local high schools and other locations as directed.
- Mentor students on financial aid warning/probation.
- Work with Community Outreach on the college’s micro-scholarship program and associated efforts.
- Assist in processing and billing for outside agencies.
- Assist with completion of the verification process of the Student Aid Reports for Pell grants.
- Review changes in the FAFSA process for the next year.
- Update documents and keep current information on the RLC website.
- Assist with completion of various reports internally and externally.
- Assist with reconciliation of all financial aid programs.
- Coordinate information with the Business Office and the Rend Lake College Foundation.
- Assist with SAP reporting and processing.
- Assist and coordinate correspondence and other general office responsibilities.
- Advise and determine financial aid awards.
- Assist in maintaining Policies and Procedures.
- Participate in recruitment and retention efforts on and off campus.
- Assist with financial aid software functions and updates.
// 50-week, non-tenure track position.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution required.
- Strong computer skills required.
- Ability to present to small and large groups required.
- Must be able to successfully pass a background screening.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,000.00 - $39,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $36,000 - $39,000