Financial Aid Technician I (One Year Only)(Extended)

The Maricopa Community Colleges are decidedly distinct, serving a quarter million students annually through ten colleges, two skill centers and multiple campuses and sites. With over 1,000 business partnerships, charter high schools, advanced health care training, biotechnology opportunities and unique career offerings, the Maricopa Community Colleges quickly respond to the training and educational needs of our changing communities.Dedicated faculty and enthusiastic staff create a special family of colleges in which students work and learn, with an emphasis on service learning, community participation and student success. The Maricopa Community Colleges celebrate diversity in learning and culture and embrace diverse goals, cultures, lifestyles and learning practices.Location: Glendale Community College
Category: SUPPORT
Grade: 007 (Bi-weekly)
Department: Financial Aid
Hours: Mon & Wed, 11:00am - 7:30pm; Tues & Thurs, 8:00am - 4:30pm; Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Work Calendar: 12 Months
Posting Number: 05060479-1
Essential Functions: 55% - Assists students in person and on the phone by providing information regarding available financial aid and in preparing aid applications.
30% - Verifies applications for accuracy and completeness and calculates eligibility for financial aid awards.
15% - Assists with other program administration as needed.Job Summary: Provides a variety of responsible clerical and administrative assistance in application processing, data input, student file maintenance, and awarding activities required for the financial aid program. Provides accurate information to the public. Works with a diverse population of administrators, staff, students and the public.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications: - Enrollment, student service or other related public agency experience
Public contact experience
Computer experience using online systems and internet/web navigational skills
Excellent communication skillsDesired Qualifications: - Financial Aid experience
Knowledge of post secondary institutions
Experience working in an environment with a high level of in-person customer contact
Recent experience using an on-line Student Information system or similar on-line systemSpecial Working Conditions: Position requires regular evening hours and occasional weekends. May be required to attend off site training/workshops/conferences. May require prolonged periods of sitting and viewing a Computer screen. May be required to lift objects weighing up to 20 lbs. Special Notes Evening hours required and occasional weekends.