Financial Aid Advisor III

Company: Black Hawk College
Location: Moline
Posted on: March 15, 2020

Job Description:

Financial Aid Advisor IIIPrintApplyFinancial Aid Advisor IIISalarySee Position DescriptionLocationQuad Cities Campus - Moline, ILJob TypeFull-Time StaffDepartmentFinancial AidJob Number20-00108Closing3/18/2020 11:59 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• QuestionsGeneral Information & ResponsibilitiesGRADE: 118REPORTS TO: Director of Financial AidTYPE OF SUPERVISION GIVEN TO OTHERS: Supervises front-line staff, including Financial Aid Intake Assistant, part-time staff, and work study/student workers.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The Financial Aid Advisor III is responsible for the efficient operation of financial aid programs, including rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; advises students and parents on financial aid programs.Description of All DutiesDESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Responsible for processing verifications and reviewing FAFSA applications; compares Institutional Student Information Record (ISIR) data with income tax returns and other documents.
  • Submits ISIR corrections in the U.S. Department of Education database.
  • Responsible for processing Special Condition adjustments to ISIR data.
  • Advises students and parents/guardians on all applicable financial aid application processes, policies, regulations, and requirements.
  • Responsible for using professional judgment in interpreting and applying federal regulations.
  • Applies problem solving and critical thinking skills while assisting in the development and origination of financial aid programs, policies, and procedures.
  • Oversees and manages front-line staff and intake/processing operations for the Financial Aid department.
  • Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of State and Federal financial aid regulations.
  • Understands and maintains up-to-date working knowledge of all job-related modules in the student database; including but not limited to financial aid, registration, schedules, accounts receivables, drop codes, and academic progress.DESCRIPTION OF OTHER DUTIES:
    • Assists with processing year-round Pell grants.
    • Assists students with completion of the FAFSA and other financial aid-related forms and related questions.
    • Conducts group sessions and presentations related to financial aid.
    • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
      • Demonstrates BHC core values.
      • Accuracy, efficiency, and timeliness of work.
      • Works cooperatively with others.
      • Provides supervision, guidance and support to front-line staff.
      • Communicates in pleasant manner with employees, student, vendors, and general public.
      • Maintains confidentiality of records and information under federal FERPA regulations and state guidelines.
      • Maintains up-to-date working knowledge.
      • Adheres to College, federal and state guidelines.PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
        • Works directly with the Director of Financial Aid.
        • Works cooperatively with Financial Aid staff.
        • Works cooperatively with Student Services staff.
        • Works cooperatively with students, parents, and the general public.
        • Works cooperatively with governmental agencies as needed.Education & Experience(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)
          • Bachelor's degree required.
          • Minimum of two (2) years of professional work experience in financial aid required.
          • Prior experience processing and verifying FAFSA applications required.
          • Intermediate level ability with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint required.
          • Effective written and oral communication skills required.
          • Supervisory experience preferred.
          • Experience conducting workshops and/or presenting to groups preferred.
          • Must be able to work effectively with diverse populations.
          • Ability to maintain confidentiality required.The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the described job; it is not an all-encompassing statement of all the work requirements that may be necessary to perform the job.Supplemental InformationWork hours for this position will be 8am - 5pm. Occasional hours outside the norm may be required for special events which include Financial Aid services.Anticipated starting salary range for this position will be $39,000 - $49,000 per year.Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a cover letter and resume with the online application. Official transcripts will be required from the candidate selected for hire which verify the Bachelor's degree.BHC has an outstanding benefits package. Some of the benefits include:
            • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage on first day of employment. Our medical plan has NO deductible!
            • Free life insurance and long term disability insurance
            • Paid sick leave
            • Paid vacation
            • Paid holidays
            • Retirement thru SURS (visit www.surs.org to learn more)
            • Optional 403b
            • Tuition waiverBlack Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas.While you contribute your talent and enthusiasm to BHC, as an eligible employee you will have access to outstanding health benefits, ample time off, a pension plan, educational opportunities, and much more. In this section, you will find an overview of our comprehensive and generous benefit programs. Be sure to check out the Compensation section as well.Core BenefitsMedicalPrescription Drug PlanMail Order PharmacyDentalVisionBasic Life InsuranceTuition WaiverEmployee Assistance ProgramLong-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA)Paid HolidaysFree use of fitness centerSick LeaveVacationPersonal DaysRetirement Pension Plans State University Retirement System of Illinois (SURS): Employees working in a regular and continuous position or one in which services are expected to be rendered on a continuous basis for at least four months or one academic term, whichever is less, may be eligible to enroll in SURS. To learn more about SURS, visit www.SURS.org.Optional 403b Tax-Deferred Investment Program: Employees may set up a 403b plan through Edward Jones Investments/Mass Mutual.01Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher?
              • Yes
              • No02Do you have at least two (2) years of professional work experience in Financial Aid?
                • Yes
                • No03Do you have prior experience processing and verifying FAFSA applications?
                  • Yes
                  • No04Do you consider yourself to have at least an intermediate level ability with the following: Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint?
                    • Yes
                    • NoRequired QuestionAgencyBlack Hawk CollegeAddress6600 34th AveMoline, Illinois, 61265Phone309-796-5222 309-796-5223 Websitehttp://www.bhc.edu

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