SALARY: $47,572.00 - $75,267.00 Annually

OPENING DATE: 11/01/22

CLOSING DATE: 11/15/22 11:59 PM

CAMPUS LOCATION: Chattahoochee Valley Community College

POSITION SUMMARY:

NOTE: CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE OBSERVES EASTERN TIME. ALL TIMES SHOWN ARE EASTERN TIME.

Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Student Financial Services and Title IV Compliance, the employee provides assistance to the Director in the administration of a comprehensive program of financial aid to include Federal Pell Grant, Federal College Work Study, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Alabama Student Assistance Program, Student Loan Program, Scholarships, and Veterans Administration (VA) benefits.

Performs responsible administrative and clerical work while processing and administering student financial aid packages.

Salary: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule C3, Rank I: $47,572-$75,267.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed online application packet through the online application system by the deadline date in order to be considered for this position. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview.

A complete application packet consists of the following:

• Online employment application
• Cover letter
• Current resume
• Copies of ALL college transcripts

Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications and for appropriate placement on the salary schedule. Letter(s) must include employment dates, employment status, and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.

Application materials, including transcripts, must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Degrees must be posted on transcripts.

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; however, official transcripts may be requested by the College prior to extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure his or her application packet is complete. Once submitted, all application materials become the property of CVCC. Only applications received during the period of the announcement will be considered. NO PHOTOS, please. Request for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied by the College.

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, or as negotiated.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other duties may be assigned by the director or his/her supervisor.

1. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

2. Counsel students in the financial aid application process, answering questions, assisting with completion of applications, and all other financial aid issues.

3. Disseminate financial aid information to students and prospective students.

4. Plan and conduct public financial aid workshops on and off campus.

5. Serve as VA counselor and certifying official, as needed.

6. Assist with electronic processing for the Pell Grant Program, Direct Loan program, alternative student loans, the college work-study program, the federal SEOG program, the Alabama Grant Program, and the VA program.

7. Assist with the application process for funding of financial aid programs.

8. Assist in the preparation of institutional, state, and federal reports pertaining to all financial aid programs.

9. Manage student accounts and computer services to achieve optimal efficiency and accuracy related to the tracking of FFELP and private student loans.

10. Assist in the notification of all recipients of awards including SEOG/ASAP awards, letters, and scholarship contracts.

11. Assist in updating policies and procedures pertinent to all financial aid programs.

12. Resolve issues, problems, and conflicts related to student loans; assist with the student loan program, completing data input and transmissions to CPS/EDE.

13. Master federal regulations and information in other federal publications related to Title IV.

14. Design and implement procedures to ensure full compliance with federal student loan regulations.

15. Assist with the management of all scholarship data for both institutional and outside agencies.

16. Maintain a working relationship with area high schools, meeting with students, parents, and counselors.

17. Compile applicant data consideration by scholarship committee and assist with scholarship processing and administration of program.

18. Update and maintain financial aid information on the College website and financial aid publications.

19. Coordinate the student work study program.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Adhere to all policies and procedures set forth by the College.

2. Maintain confidentiality of identified sensitive information and of departmental information.

3. Remain current in and enhance professional knowledge and skills through professional development and continuing education.

4. Interact with and serve diverse student and employee populations in a courteous and friendly manner.

5. Adhere to College standards of professionalism and confidentiality, including courteous and friendly interaction with other CVCC employees.

6. Maintain appropriate work hours as outlined in State and College policies and assigned by supervisor or dean.

7. Recruit potential students, both traditional and nontraditional, to the College.

8. Represent the institution in a positive manner.

9. Participate in advance registration, regular registration, and schedule adjustment.

10. Serve on committees as assigned.

11. Assist in the planning of and participate in graduation and other College activities.

12. Participate in the Colleges planning process.

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree with a major concentration in business, finance, accounting, counseling, social sciences, or a related field, from a regionally accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience in financial aid.
• Ability to represent the College to external groups.
• Proficiency in public speaking before small and large groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with persons from diverse backgrounds, proficiency in the English language.
• Competent use of the Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in business, finance, accounting, counseling, social sciences, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience in financial aid in a two-year college setting.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

All correspondence with applicants regarding this search process will be sent via email.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated on this vacancy announcement and must submit a complete application packet via the online application process by the deadline in order to be considered. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS.

The online application link is found on the employment page of the College's website at https://www.cv.edu/about/leadership/human-resources/ and https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/accs/chattahoochee.

Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered.

The College will not incur the cost of applicants' interview expenses. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

All male applicants between the age of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit payment for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. In the event a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude is found, the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.

Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Applicants hired by CVCC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act. No. 2011-535. CVCC 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. CVCC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates or employees. CVCC reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

Position #2022-21

FINANCIAL AID OFFICER

RJ

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,572.00 - $75,267.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location