Advisor - Student Financial Aid

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Holmes Community College

Location: Ridgeland, Mississippi
Category: Financial Aid
Date Posted: October 22, 2024
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

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Position Information

Posting Number

2010610

Position Title

Advisor - Student Financial Aid

General Statement of Function

Reviews student financial aid applications and related documents. Maintains records, evaluates transcripts, responds to students regarding financial aid eligibility requirements in accordance with applicable regulations.

Job Description

Responds to inquiries in person, via e-mail or on the phone; provides direction to students and their families regarding financial aid eligibility and/or process.

Assists students and parents with federal and state aid applications.

Provides rules and requirements of all scholarships and aid obtained through the financial aid office.

Responsible for the intake and verification of required financial aid documents.

Validates completeness of files in accordance to state and in-house guidelines.

Scans and uploads required documentation in Campus Logic software and notifies appropriate coworkers.

Determines eligibility for federal and Institutional Work Study. Provides informational packet, files required paperwork and posts award.

Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Associate degree preferred

or

High school diploma or GED; at least 2-3 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Licenses, Certificates or Registrations

N/A

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.

Records maintenance skills.

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

Database management skills.

Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For consideration, a completed Holmes Community College on-line employment application is required. You will have the opportunity to attach a resume and cover letter if you wish.

Location

Ridgeland

Posting Date

10/21/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

No

Job Classification

Support Staff

Position Category

Full-time

Position Type