• Financial Aid Outreach Specialist

    San Diego Community College District (San Diego, CA)


    Posting Details

     

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    Open Until Filled Yes

     

    Classification Title Financial Aid Outreach Specialist

     

    Working Title

     

    Recruitment Limits

     

    Location District Wide

    Pay Information

    Click here (https://www.sdccd.edu/about/departments-and-offices/human-resources/employee-relations/salary-schedules.aspx) for the hourly pay rate.

     

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    Bargaining Unit AFT - NANCE

     

    Range (na)

     

    Department District Wide

    The Position

    FUNCTION :

    Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, provide assistance, counsel and information to students, faculty, staff, and the public, concerning financial aid programs and requirements; distribute specialized information to potential students on available financial aid programs.

     

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    Major Responsibilities

    REQUISITE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES INCLUDE :

    Knowledge of federal and state regulations and guidelines concerning student financial aid programs and general principles of successful outreach; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Experience involving interpretation and application of rules and regulations, preferably in a financial aid program. Valid California driver’s license.

    Qualifications

    TYPICAL DUTIES INCLUDE :

    Explain federal and state regulations and guidelines concerning student financial aid programs.

     

    Provide assistance, counsel and information to students, faculty, staff, and the public, concerning financial aid programs and requirements.

     

    Assist in the development, preparation and distribution of informational material pertaining to the financial aid program.

     

    Resolve complaints and problems related to financial aid programs, policies and student eligibility.

     

    Research, collect and compile data for reports.

    Desired Qualifications

    Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:

    Commitment to Diversity:

    All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

     

    Working Conditions

     

    Varies upon assignment

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Conditions of Employment:

    SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT :

    Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);

     

    Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidate’s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); AND

     

    Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

     

    Posting Number NC00311

     

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