Financial Aid Specialist

Company: San Jacinto College
Location: Pasadena
Posted on: March 11, 2023

Job Description:

Financial Aid Specialist - Central CampusEssential Job Functions:

• Review financial aid applications and accompanying documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness, and make corrections where inaccuracies are found.
• Review and update information in federal databases (NSLDS, DHS, FAA, and IRS) to comply with federal rules and regulations
• Interpret complex information and make informed decisions and recommendations.
• Maintain, update, and document related student records.
• Assist staff in resolving complaints and issues with applications.
• Collaborate with other college departments to provide services to students.
• Maintain strong knowledge of Federal Student Aid resources and policies including familiarity with the Federal Student Aid Application and Verification Guide
• Recommend and assist in establishing and implementing unit policies and procedures
• Other duties assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Capable of working independently with minimum supervision
  • Familiarity with Individual Tax Returns
  • Experienced with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Available to work overtime, possibly weekends, if needed
    Required Education and Experience:
    • Associate Degree and 2 years office related experience or high school diploma/equivalent and 5 years of office related experience
      Preferred Education:
      • Associate Degree or higher
        Preferred Experience:
        • One or more years of financial aid experience
        • Proven working knowledge of IRS tax code
        • Banner software experience Salary Grade: 16Salary is based on the Board-approved salary schedule for the current fiscal year. See Salary ScheduleRequisition Number: req4306Posting Close Date: 3/19/2023
          
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