Financial Aid Assistant

The Financial Aid Assistant will assist the Director of Financial Aid in financial aid administration duties including the coordination of office workflow and communication. The Financial Aid Assistant will provide direct support to the Director of Financial Aid and assist students in the administration of the financial aid process in accordance with federal, state, and local policies.

This position will be based on the Childersburg campus.

1. Adheres to Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, the Alabama Community College System and Central Alabama Community College policies and procedures.
2. Ensures tasks are effectively implemented as directed by the Director.
3. Supports the College recruitment and retention goals by making presentations to inform prospective and currently enrolled students of the various financial aid programs and associated applications processes.
4. Assists students in the financial aid application process and determines eligibility for all financial aid programs.
5. Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations by assisting in the preparation of required reports concerning financial aid and assisting in the management of financial aid funds.
6. Assists the Director of Financial Aid with developing, implementing, and maintaining policies and procedures that ensure timely and accurate processing of financial aid programs.
7. Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses, and attending training and/or workshops as required by the Director of Financial Aid.
8. Assists the Director of Financial Aid with reconciliation of federal, state, and institutional aid disbursements with the Business Office and the Department of Education.
9. Certifies students for VA benefits.
10. Serves on College Standing Committees.
11. Assists in other areas of Student Services as requested by the Dean/ of Students.
12. Submits student services and financial aid forms and data in timely manner as directed.
13. Communicates with and schedules appointments with students in a timely manner.
14. Adheres to the policies, rules, and standards of Central Alabama Community College, Alabama Community College System, accrediting agencies and federal regulatory bodies.
15. Ensures institutional compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
16. Prepares required reports as required by Central Alabama Community College, the Alabama Community College System, and other regulatory agencies.
17. Provides assistance in all areas within Student Services or for other departments as assigned.
18. Performs other duties as assigned.

1. Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university isrequired.
2. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required.
3. Excellent human relations skills required.
4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, required.
5. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures required.
6. Ability to focus on tasks with frequent interruptions is required.
7. Ability to recognize student needs and make appropriate referrals is required.
8. Ability to project a positive public image is required.
9. Ability to use independent judgment is required.
10. Ability to work flexible hours is required.
11. Ability to travel between campus locations as assigned is required.
12. Ability to make decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures is required.
13. Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field preferred.
14. Experience working in a financial aid office is preferred.
15. Experience in Postsecondary Education is preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application
through the ONLINE application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for the
position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure the application is complete and all
required documentation is attached. Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.
A complete application consists of the following:

1. Completed Central Alabama Community College online application.
2. Current resume.
3. College transcripts (copies will be accepted; if employed, it is the responsibility of the
employee to furnish official transcripts to CACC). Transcripts must provide degree and
date degree was awarded.

Applicants must travel at their own expense. Central Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The College reserves the right not to fill the position in the event of budgetary or operational constraints.

Central Alabama Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.

Central Alabama Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Central Alabama Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding the position.
More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.