Student Services Specialist (Financial Aid) (Open Until Filled)
Company: Maricopa Community College District
Location: Scottsdale
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
Student Services Specialist (Financial Aid) (Open Until Filled)
Job ID: 317383
Location: Scottsdale Community College
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Hiring Salary Range
$16.91 - $21.98/per hour DOE
Grade
109
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be
required
Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm
Evenings, weekends and expanded hours may be required during peak
enrollment season or for special projects.
Positions may be required to visit/work at off site locations on
occasion.
Work Calendar
12 Months
Maricopa Summary
Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real
difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every
year?
Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $7.2 billion
dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the
fastest growing county in the United States?
Whether you're teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At
Maricopa County Community Colleges!
About Us
What's Currently Happening at Maricopa
Campus Statement
Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is proud to be the only two-year
public higher education institution located on Native American
land. As one of the 10 Maricopa Community Colleges, SCC currently
serves more than 9,000 full and part-time students each semester
from its surrounding communities, including the cities of
Scottsdale, Fountain Hills, Phoenix, and the Salt River Pima -
Maricopa Indian Community.
We are seeking to attract academically and culturally diverse staff
and faculty who possess a strong commitment to teaching, learning,
and student success. We encourage all in our college community to
contribute to and shape the direction of SCC's social justice,
inclusivity, and equity strategies.
At SCC we are proud of our reputation as an innovative college that
is focused on student success. Come join us in our desire to
improve the quality of life in our communities by providing
challenging, supportive, and engaging learning experiences.
Benefits
The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed
to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program
that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and
productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for
every life stage and lifestyle in our community.
Benefits & Perks Options
Job Summary
Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is looking for a full-time,
Student Services Specialist. The Student Services Specialst in the
Financial Aid Office performs a variety of complex financial aid
duties. This position will be responsible for providing customer
service to students, parents, faculty and staff, as well as
handling the more difficult front line issues that arise. This
position is responsible for assisting students with the financial
aid process, including the completion of forms used to determine
financial aid eligibility. This role will also involve completing
reports, special projects and research related to the
administration of financial aid.
To best serve the students, department, and college, this position
requires a physical presence, may be required to work on or off
campus at related events to promote the financial aid application
process, and may be required to visit/work at off site locations on
occasion.
Please read the "How to Apply" section to avoid incomplete
application materials.
Essential Functions
50% - Assists students and parents in person, online, virtually,
via text message and phone; provides information in regards to
Title IV and non Title IV forms of financial assistance, including
assisting students with navigating the financial aid process from
initial application to final award.
30% - Reviews student financial aid applications and paperwork for
accuracy and completeness, and requests additional information in
compliance with federal and state laws; reviews various reports on
a regular basis; performs regular follow-up via email and phone
calls with students to ensure they understand the financial aid
process; and assists the students in submitting all required
paperwork in order to process their financial aid.
10% - Responds to complex student and parent inquiries requiring
detailed knowledge of financial aid regulations and policies;
speaks with and presents to student groups regarding financial aid
eligibility and procedures; plans and coordinates Financial Aid
outreach events on and off campus and virtual events.
5% - Assists with the administration of financial aid programs such
as verifying the accuracy of awards and assisting with reviewing
reports related to required award adjustments. When working with
students, estimates eligibility for grants and loans based on needs
analysis and funding source regulations.
5% - Assists in training and supervision of students, staff, and
temporary employees; performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
one (1) year full-time of student services or college teaching
experience or experience assisting with educational program
development and coordination, student advisement, financial aid, or
related student development programs.
OR
High School Diploma/GED and three (3) years full-time of student
services or college teaching experience or experience assisting
with educational program development and coordination, student
advisement, financial aid, or related student development
programs.
Desired Qualifications
At least (2) years of experience working in an Admissions Office,
Advisement Office, Financial Aid Office or other related Student
Services Office. Experience assisting students and parents in an
Institution of Higher Education in any area related to student
affairs. Experience presenting and public speaking. Knowledge
related to federal financial aid and the process of applying for
and receiving financial aid funds, including but not limited to the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), Verification and
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Experience using computer or
web based technology in the delivery of programs and services (i.e.
PeopleSoft, Financial Management Systems, Microsoft Excel,
Microsoft Word, Electronic Forms software).
Special Working Conditions
How to Apply
Applicants are required to submit a resume showing how the
applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum
requirements must be met at the time of the application.
Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has
closed.
Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be
considered.
Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following
information.
At this time, Scottsdale Community College does not provide Visa
Sponsorship.
Posting Close Date
First Review: October 5, 2022
Open until filled
Applications received after the review date may not be
screened.
EEO Information
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not
discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or
education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of
race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse),
age, disability, veteran status or genetic information.
Title IX
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in
the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from
participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to
discrimination under any education program or activity receiving
Federal financial assistance."
The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment,
and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents
of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX
Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is
available at this link Title IX Coordinators.
Clery Act
The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and
Universities to disclose information about crime on and around
their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa
Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available
at this link Clery Act
To apply, visit
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