Posted October 16, 2006
Assistant Financial Aid Director/Veterans
Affairs Coordinator
Wayne Community College
APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH: November
3, 2006 or until filled
EFFECTIVE DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: As soon
as possible
LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 month, full-time
position
SALARY RANGE: $28,344 - $42,060
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR THE POSITION: Bachelor’s
Degree required in the area of Student Services, Counseling,
Business Administration or related field. Experience in
the administration of Federal and State financial aid programs
and veteran affairs programs preferred. Demonstrated ability
to use the Datatel computer system and Department of Education
website for Title IV and State financial aid programs is
desired. Demonstrated ability to use the veteran affairs’
enrollment certification software. Must have experience
with Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
etc. Ability to exercise considerable judgment based upon
a thorough knowledge of Federal and State regulations for
financial aid. Must have good communication skills in dealing
with students, parents, faculty, staff and the general public.
POSITION DUTIES: Monitor and complete
documents required by the Regional and State Veterans Office
for enrollment certification of V.A. students. Counsel students
and parents who request information about the various financial
aid programs and veterans’ educational benefits. Verify
and validate student application information for the Federal
Pell Grant and other student financial aid programs. Performs
other duties as assigned by the Financial Aid Director.
INSTITUTION: Wayne Community College is
a member of the North Carolina Community College system.
Located in Goldsboro, the college serves Wayne and adjoining
counties. Wayne Community College is an affirmative action/equal
opportunity employer.
APPLICATIONS: Submit an original Wayne
Community College employment application and all support
materials, including official transcripts of all post secondary
studies to: Joy Ginn, Personnel Coordinator, Wayne Community
College, PO Box 8002, Goldsboro, NC 27533-8002. Applications
may be downloaded from our website at www.waynecc.edu.
Applications will be screened and the most qualified applicants
interviewed. All applicants will be notified when the position
selection has been made.
Posted
October 16, 2006
Financial
Aid and Veteran’s Affairs Specialist
Central Piedmont Community College
Position #: 4STFINA-FNC-4
Based at our Central Campus, this position is part of Financial
Aid and Veterans Affairs Department and requires the ability
to travel to other campus locations upon occasion. Responsibilities
include, but are not limited to, the following: reviewing
and processing financial aid and veterans benefit certifications;
counseling and advising student of financial aid opportunities;
reviewing, researching and solving discrepancies; using
software programs to process applications and files electronically.
Minimum requirements are: a bachelor’s degree in education
or a related field; knowledge of financial aid methodology,
financial aid software and federal regulations governing
student financial programs; intermediate computer skills;
the ability to work well with individuals having diverse
backgrounds.
CLOSING DATE: Friday October 27, 2006
at 5:00 pm
For more information, visit the CPCC website at www.cpcc.edu.
Posted
October 16, 2006
Director of Financial Aid
Bennett College
JOB CODE: 06-1005BJW
DATE OF POSTING: 10-05-06
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
REPORTS TO: Vice President for Financial
Aid
GENERAL SUMMARY: The Director of Financial
Aid will manage, coordinate and supervise the administration
of federal, state, and institutional financial aid funds.
The Director of Financial Aid ensures compliance with all
financial aid regulations and develops policies, procedures
and strategies to support the enrollment goals of the institution.
The Director of Financial Aid will be responsible for the
supervision of staff, direction of computer system development,
fiscal reporting, development of financial aid packaging
strategies, and will serve as liaison between the Financial
Aid Office, Admissions and all other campus offices.
- ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Supervising/providing leadership to Financial Aid
staff.
- Providing effective student-focused services primarily
in the Financial Aid.
- Exercising proactive leadership in a dynamic environment
and responding to external market forces, regulatory
changes, and economic trends.
- Serving as a member of the Vice President’s
leadership team.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Experience with computerized financial aid systems
including United States Department of Education Financial
Aid Software (EDExpress) and EdConnect Financial Aid
Software, and PowerFaids.
- Demonstrated experience using financial aid to shape
enrollment while maximizing net revenues (i.e. enrollment
management experience).
- Excellent leadership, management, and analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and
the ability to work within a diverse community.
- Demonstrated experience and skill in financial aid
packaging using analytical awards methodology, counseling,
and needs analysis.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality between internal
and external constituents.
- Ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations
based on research data and findings.
- Ability to work independently, while adhering to deadlines
in an appropriate manner to meet the needs of the student,
institution, and funding agency.
- EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree required, masters preferred.
- 5-7 years of proven experience in financial aid with
increasing levels of responsibility.
- Familiarity with Jenzabar Administrative Software
a plus.
HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates should
submit a cover letter, resume with salary history, and three
(3) letters of recommendation to: Human Resources, Job Code
06-1005BJW, Bennett College for Women, 900 East Washington
Street, Greensboro, NC 27401. Resumes received without the
job code and salary history will not be considered. NO PHONE
CALLS PLEASE!
Posted
October 11, 2006
Financial
Aid Office Administrative Assistant
Richmond Community College
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE POSITION: The
Financial Aid Office Administrative Assistant, under the
supervision of the Director of Financial Aid and the Vice
President of Student Development, is primarily responsible
for providing clerical support to the Financial Aid Office.
- RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION:
- Provide typing, filing, word processing, computer
data entry, and other clerical support to the Financial
Aid Office.
- Respond to requests for information from Financial
Aid Office customers including students, prospective
students, faculty and staff.
- Assist in providing current information to students
and prospective students to insure the proper paperwork
is submitted for the financial aid application process.
- Assist students and prospective students with the
completion of financial aid applications.
- Assist with the process of computing the awards for
all financial aid programs.
- Assist with the coordination of scholarships within
the college and with outside agencies.
- Assist with the financial aid registration process
each semester including day and evening hours.
- Handle sensitive student information with confidentiality
and discretion.
- Work with the VP for Student Development/VA Certifying
Official and Administration Assistant in processing
paperwork for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
- Serve as Secretary of the Financial Aid Committee.
- Attend professional development activities which may
include travel to out-of-town conferences.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate
degree in Office Systems Technology, Computer Information
Systems, or other business related program and/or high school
diploma plus four years of acceptable work experience required.
Computer experience required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must
possess above average skills in keyboarding, filing, and
computer operation. Computer experience and proficiency
to include Microsoft Office products. Successfully complete
RCC administered secretarial test. Demonstrated keyboarding
skills consisting of a minimum of 45 words per minute after
error adjustment as well as knowledge of filing rules. Must
demonstrate good communications skills and deal effectively
with RCC staff and the general public.
APPLICATION REVIEW: Application deadline:
October 25, 2006. RCC Application, post-secondary transcripts,
and three (3) letters of recommendation must be on file.
Incomplete packets will not be considered. Applicant must
pass a complete background check.
POSITION AVAILABLE: Immediately
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-months, full-time
SALARY: RCC Salary Schedule, 14A ($28,476
annually)
| CONTACT: |
Sandy Yeatman, Personnel Director
Richmond Community College
PO Box 1189, Hamlet, NC 28345
Phone: (910) 582-7058 or (910) 276-3331
Fax: (910) 582-7028
Email: sandray@richmondcc.edu |
Posted
October 11, 2006
Financial
Aid Coordinator – North Campus
Cape Fear Community College
To participate in the processing, delivery and enhancement
of quality financial aid services to CFCC students by assisting
with the management of grant and loan programs, determining
aid eligibility, verifying applicant data, certifying eligibility
for veterans benefits, reviewing appeals, counseling aid
applicants, and understanding and complying with the complex
regulations governing the programs administered by the Financial
Aid Office.
- ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Meet and greet students and parents in the Financial
Aid Office.
- Collect and track financial aid documents.
- Counsel students on federal, state and institutional
financial aid resources, including student loans.
- Perform verification of applicant data.
- Prepare award packages for eligible applicants. Certify
student loans for eligible applicants.
- Certify eligibility for veterans benefits. Assist
with the completion and timely submission of required
forms.
- Coordinate awarding of Academic Competitiveness Grants.
- Assist in the review of financial aid appeals.
- Calculate revised aid eligibility for aid recipients
who withdraw.
- Develop and maintain office policy and procedures
manual.
- Maintain confidential student records.
- Perform additional Financial Aid Office duties as
assigned by the Director.
- EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
- Two years of increasingly responsible experience
in a financial aid office.
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college
or university in business administration, accounting,
public administration, or other appropriate field.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 30, 2006
For a complete job description and application instructions,
please visit http://cfcc.edu/jobs/.
Posted
October 9, 2006
Full Time
Compliance & Scholarship Specialist
Business Services - Student Financial Services
Forsyth Technical Community College
- REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICATIONS:
- In order to be considered for an employment, you
must meet the minimum specified requirements for that
position as described in the vacancy notice.
- College Transcripts and Professional Certifications
that at least meet the minimum requirements specified
in the vacancy announcement must accompany your application.
- Student copies are preferred with the application.
Official copies will be required if you are recommended
for employment in any position where the minimum requirements
advertised include education beyond a high school diploma
or GED.
- The employment application MUST be filled out completely
in order to be considered for a position. A separate
application with an ORIGINAL signature is required for
each position.
JOB SUMMARY: The Compliance and Scholarship
Specialist is responsible for being the administrative and
technical support to the Director and Assistant Director
of Student Financial Services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in a business related field
preferably in Accounting.
- Two years’ direct experience.
- Demonstrated ability in the use of personal computer
for statistical reports and bookkeeping/accounting functions.
- Must be able to work under stress and handle unusual
situations calmly and professionally.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
SALARY: The salary for this position will
range from $3,121 to $4,173 per month, based on experience
and academic credentials.
CLOSING DATE OF RECEIVING APPLICATION:
Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at 5:00 pm
PROPOSED DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: To be determined
after candidate selection.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Application must
be received in Human Resource Office by closing date. Persons
interested in applying must fill out the application on
the computer. Handwritten applications will no longer be
accepted. The application is located on our website at www.forsythtech.edu.
Open the document as a "read-only" file. Complete
the application; print it (single sided only); sign in applicable
areas; deliver/mail it in; or stop by our Human Resources
Office for assistance. A resume will not be accepted without
a completed Forsyth Tech application.
MAIL OR DELIVER COMPLETED APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office
Forsyth Technical Community College
2100 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem, NC 27103-5197
Posted
October 9, 2006
Financial
Aid Officer
Art Institute of Charlotte
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Financial
Services
DATE POSTED: 9/27/06
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
POSITION AVAILABLE: Immediately
POSITION SUMMARY: Develop, negotiate and
finalize student financial plans consistent with financial
planning policies and procedures and with Federal/State
regulations for awarding aid. Work closely with new, continuing
and re-entry students and their families to ensure the plan
and re-plan continue to best meet the families’ needs.
Counsel students on all acceptances and other matters related
directly to the student financial plan.
- PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work cohesively with ADA’s or Admissions Coordinators
in order to facilitate outstanding service to prospective
students and their parents.
- Maintain 100% Planning Load. Create Plans and explain
the Plan and the student’s/parent’s rights
and responsibilities for each aid source. Negotiate
Payment Plans. Able to develop Student Financial Plans
in concert with Institute procedures and knowledge of
Federal regulations.
- Assist students/parents with the completion of the
FAFSA. Enter the FAFSA electronically and review the
resulting ISIR.
- Assign the appropriate budget to a student and package
the student (award their aid).
- Ensure that aid is paid to students’ accounts
in a timely manner.
- Responsible for complete and accurate files and paperwork.
- Certify loan applications.
- Complete Basic Verification/QA and C Code Requirements.
- Utilize reports as appropriate to job duties.
- Strong Customer Service Component as described in
the Planner Productivity Report.
- Demonstrate proficiency in timely collections: -80%
aid paid consistently by end of 5th week of term and
90% by end of 8th week of term.
- Maintain consistently clean files shown through Training
Assessments for Compliance with Federal/State regulations,
school policies and procedures. -Less than a 10% comment
rate per term and less than a 5% potential liability
rate for the year.
- Complete the appropriate training modules within
30 days of the new or revised module becoming available.
- Assist with or perform special projects as assigned.
- POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- Previous experience working with and technical knowledge
of student financial aid or other commercial loans preferred.
- High comfort level within a computerized environment.
- Ability to make small group presentations as well
as skill in interacting on a one on one basis.
- Strong verbal communication and attention to detail.
Because of the large number of resumes we receive, we are
unable to return telephone and email inquiries. Please do
not telephone about the job, but email your resume and cover
letter to the address listed below. We will contact you
if your background and experience match the job posting.
Qualified candidates should contact his/her supervisor
prior to applying. Please submit your resume with cover
letter to:
The Art Institute of Charlotte
Attn: Director of Human Resources
Three Lake Pointe Plaza
2110 Water Ridge Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28217
Fax: (704) 357-5903
E-mail: aichhr@aii.edu
EOE
Posted September 25, 2006
Financial Aid Counselor
Craven Community College
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor degree
required. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Bachelor degree
in Business or related field preferred. Administrative and
student financial aid or related experience preferred. Coordinate
and carry out activities in the Financial Aid Office as
they relate to scholarships and federal and state grant
programs. Assure compliance with all Federal and State regulations
as well as college policies related to financial aid programs.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 25, 2006
DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: November 27, 2006
or as soon thereafter as possible
SALARY LEVEL: According to college salary
plan - Level 11
SELECTION PROCESS: All completed applications
that meet the minimum requirements are referred to a screening
committee. The committee selects candidates for interview
and then recommends the top candidates to the divisional
Vice President. The divisional Vice President in turn, will
make a recommendation for employment to the President. The
President will make the final hiring decision. The Human
Resource Office will notify all applicants when a position
has been filled. All applications will remain active for
one year should other openings occur. Applicants desiring
to apply for other specific positions must contact Human
Resources.
Candidates should submit (1) a completed Craven Community
College application that can be obtained at the college
website www.cravencc.edu
or by calling (252) 638-7375; (2) if this is a teaching
position, complete a Professional Statement; and (3) a copy
of college transcripts (if applicable). The application
must include complete work history. A resume may be attached,
but it is not a substitute for a completed application.
If you have transcripts already on file, please specify.
Incomplete applications will not be eligible for consideration
and all requested information must be received by the deadline
date.
Posted
September 21, 2006
Financial
Aid & Registration Customer Service Representative
Pitt Community College
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Under general supervision,
performs moderate to complex clerical work in the Student
Development area. Work involves providing students, families,
student prospects, and internal and external constituencies
with advising services regarding policies and regulations
pertaining to admissions, enrollment and registration, financial
assistance, and scholarships; acting as certifying official
for all students receiving Veteran’s benefits; and
working to ensure customer satisfaction with all aspects
of the enrollment management process. Reports to the Director
of Enrollment Management & Registrar.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor’s
degree in business administration, education administration,
or a related field or any equivalent combination of education,
training, and experience, which provides the required skills,
knowledge, and abilities.
WORK EXPERIENCE: Three to five years of
experience in student services, preferably at a community
college with customer service experience. Financial aid
experience is desirable.
SKILLS: Strong customer service, interpersonal,
and communication skills are necessary. Must have the ability
to make independent judgments, troubleshoot, and resolve
conflicts. Must be computer literate. Ability to perform
moderate to complex mathematical calculations with a high
degree of accuracy.
SALARY: $31,689 - $38,026
TO APPLY: PCC, Human Resources, PO Drawer
7007, Greenville, NC 27835-7007, Phone 252-321-4289, Fax
252-321-4392
Equal Opportunity Employer / Committed to Diversity
Posted
September 18, 2006
CFNC Regional Representative for
704/980 Area Code
College Foundation, Inc.
College Foundation, Inc. welcomes applications for a regional
marketing representative to live in and serve the 704/980
area of North Carolina.
The primary job responsibility is to maintain strong relationships
with North Carolina colleges and universities within the
assigned area of the State and to provide information and
service related to CFI loan, grant and installment payment
plan programs. In addition, the CFNC regional representative
will work with elementary – high schools and community
organizations within the territory to encourage college
access.
The variety of activities for which a CFNC representative
is responsible includes making financial aid, CFNC and NC
529 presentations; professional contacts and visits with
individual schools; participation in association conferences;
market assessment and reporting. Flexible schedule includes
evening and weekend work as well as day programs and visits.
Primary travel responsibilities are within NC counties of
Anson, Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg,
Rowan, Stanly and Union.
Strong candidates will present, at minimum: a Bachelor’s
degree, three years of professional business experience
and extensive knowledge in one or more of the following:
student financial aid industry, sales and marketing concepts
and strategies, finance or banking. Also a plus are demonstrated
skills in public speaking, effective verbal and written
communication, organizational ability, sales or counseling
experience and computer and other technical skills. A CFNC
regional representative works independently and as part
of a close-knit team.
Fax or email resume to: Human Resources, College Foundation,
Inc. Fax (919) 835-2515, Email mliriano@cfi.org.
College Foundation, Inc, a nonprofit corporation serving
North Carolina student and families since 1955, administers
a portfolio of more than $2.5 billion, including low-interest
federal education loans, the state’s college grant
programs and the tax-free 529 college savings program on
behalf of the North Carolina State Education Assistance
Authority.
CFI and NCSEAA are partners with Pathways of North Carolina
in providing College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC),
a free service of the State that helps students plan, apply
and pay for college.
Posted
September 18, 2006
Client
Support Specialist
Working From Home Full-Time
Precine Student Communication Solutions
- RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Deliver world class customer service and build customer
satisfaction and loyalty via a Virtual Contact Center.
- Answering inbound customer service calls and emails,
and, participate in online chat sessions from students
and parents.
- Strict adherence to all client, federal, and state
procedures and regulations regarding processing financial
aid and the maintenance of the student’s and client’s
privacy.
- Successful candidates will offer a consistent and
pleasant experience.
- Provide effective and timely resolution of a range
of customer inquiries.
- Strive for one-call resolution of customer issues.
- Complete ongoing training to stay abreast of changes
in the financial aid arena.
- Strike a positive and cooperative tone with both
customers and coworkers.
- Maintain friendly demeanor, a clear phone voice and
a desire to deliver an exceptional customer experience
every time.
- QUALIFICATIONS:
- University or College student services experience,
preference will be given to candidates with experience
in Financial Aid.
- High Speed Broadband Internet required in order to
perform functions via a Virtual Contact Center from
your home.
- Call center and wireless experience a plus.
- Two years of college or higher, or, 3 years with
comensurate experience.
- Demonstrated competency in Windows, keyboarding proficiency
and use of automated systems.
- Stellar verbal and written communication skills with
strong problem solving skills.
- Ability to thrive in a lively working environment
and to effectively multi-task.
- The flexibility to work at times unsupervised.
WAGES: Paid Hourly Based Upon Experience
CONTACT: Nancy Lawrence at 800-469-9217
ext. 1002, or email nlawrence@precine.com.
