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Student Aide - Office of Student Financial Assistance

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026
We are Harper College…the college in your community.
The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.
Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices.We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at:

https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php


Education Requirements : In order to apply for this position, you must be a current Harper College student, enrolled in at least six credits per semester (three credits for Summer), and be in good academic standing.

Experience Requirements :

  • Detail oriented and organized
  • Able to meet deadlines
  • Fast learner
  • Reliable
  • Strong communication and phone skills
  • Microsoft Word and Excel skills a plus

Duties of Position :

  • Answer student questions through email using our Salesforce system
  • Intake and review financial aid paperwork
  • Use a script to complete high volume calling campaigns
  • Analyze reports and data entry
  • Help staff campus events
  • Answer phone calls from students as needed
  • Assist OSFA staff with projects
  • General office duties include copying, filing, document intake and scanning
  • Other duties as assigned

Schedule Information :

OSFA will work together with the student aide to determine a weekly schedule based on student's availability. Students cannot work during scheduled class time. Flexible schedule but must have availability to work during our regular open hours of Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm. Maximum of 20 hours per week.

Maximum hours per week : 20

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