Financial Aid Federal and State Aid Coordinator
Jackson College
Jackson, Michigan
Description
Are you passionate about making higher education accessible to all? Do you thrive in roles that bridge critical resources to deserving students? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
Join us as the Federal and State Financial Aid Coordinator, a pivotal role at the heart of our mission to empower students with the financial resources they need to pursue their dreams. Here at Jackson College, we understand that navigating the world of financial aid can be daunting for many students. That's where you come in.
As the Federal and State Financial Aid Coordinator, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the seamless distribution of financial aid resources, both at the federal and state levels. You'll serve as a vital link between federal financial aid programs and state-specific initiatives, working tirelessly to ensure that every eligible student has access to the support they need to excel academically.
But that's not all - this role goes beyond the traditional confines of campus, as you'll also play a crucial part in our Corrections Education Program (CEP). This means you'll have the unique opportunity to travel to correctional facilities, extending your expertise to incarcerated individuals seeking to better themselves through education.
If you're ready to make a real difference in the lives of students - whether they're on campus or behind bars - and be a part of a supportive community dedicated to educational equity, then we invite you to join us at Jackson College. Together, let's pave the way for brighter futures, one student at a time.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.
CONTACTS AND PURPOSE OF CONTACTS
Internal: Frequent contact with student development, business office, and information technology staff in information sharing/gathering and problem-solving capacity. Regular contact and collaborative work with other staff, faculty, and administration members.
External: Frequent contact with students and parents often in stressful situations Regular contact with the public and prospective students in a service providing capacity. Some contact may be required with the U.S. Department of Education Federal Pell Grant Program.Minimum Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty and responsibility. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Required:
* Bachelor's degree in education, business administration, or a related field required.
* Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
* Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and effectively manage competing priorities.
* Knowledge of office software including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Preferred:
* Minimum of three years of experience working in financial aid, student services, higher education, or a related field preferred.
* Thorough understanding of federal financial aid regulations, state financial aid policies, and institutional compliance requirements preferred.
* Familiarity with student information systems (SIS), financial aid management systems (FAMS), and other relevant technology platforms preferred.
Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to organize complex technical information and data. Ability to deal effectively with students and the public. Ability to work extensively with Colleague and with personal computers. . Ability to assume decision-making responsibilities with minimum supervision.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with groups of customers or employees of organizations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
"This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required and shall not be construed as declaring the specific duties and responsibilities. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign direct and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty."
Jackson College only accepts on-line applications though this system. For assistance with this, please call 517-796-8468.
Please use your legal first and last names on your application. If you are hired, you will have the opportunity to identify and utilize your preferred name.
The Jackson College Nepotism policy prohibits hiring of a relative or someone with a familial relationship to work in the same instructional department, office or administrative unit of the College including spouse, child, stepchild, parent, stepparent or sibling of the employee or spouse, aunt, uncle, niece/nephew, grandparent, grandchild, and members of the same household including domestic partner.
It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess (even if you are repeating it from your resume or cover letter). For instance, do not say, "See Resume or C/V." Your resume, cover letter, and if a degree is required an unofficial transcript must be attached to your application. Applications will be rejected if incomplete.
When you apply for the position, you will get to the document upload area where you will be given an opportunity to attach your documents such as your vita, transcripts, etc.. Instructions will also be found there.
The College reserves the right to request proof of degree or certification at a later date if these documents are required as part of the qualifications for the position.
Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background as part of the employment process.
If selected you will be required to complete the US Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Eligibility Verification form I-9 and provide documentation verifying identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Jackson College is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.
Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.
A copy of Jackson College's Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report is available on the JC Campus Safety & Security website. The security report contains crime statistics for the previous three years for all of our campus locations and the annual fire safety report, which contains statistics for any reported fires in campus housing units and fire safety systems in these buildings. Additionally, the report contains policies, available resources and information concerning personal safety, fire safety and reporting procedures for both crimes and fires.
Applicants have rights under Federal employment laws. Jackson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.
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