• Financial Aid Assistant II

    Texas A&M University System (Corpus Christi, TX)


    Job Title

     

    Financial Aid Assistant II

     

    Agency

     

    Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

     

    Department

     

    Financial Assistance

     

    Proposed Minimum Salary

     

    Commensurate

     

    Job Location

     

    Corpus Christi, Texas

     

    Job Type

     

    Staff

    Job Description

    TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

     

    TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

     

    Learn more information here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwQR4HbGJu0) !

    PURPOSE

    The Financial Aid Assistant II assists students and their families with Financial Aid applications, processing aid, outreach, and reporting.

    DESCRIPTION

    Functional Area 1: Student Support

    Percent Effort: 70%

    + Provides assistance and information to students and families on Federal, State, Institutional, and Private Financial Aid programs, including eligibility, application procedures, and debt management.

    + Help students’ complete forms, gather necessary documents, and understand the application process.

    + Reviews documents for completeness and accuracy

    + Works with Financial Aid software and systems to manage student records.

    + Enters, verifies and retrieves data via computer.

    + Responds to inquiries regarding Federal Financial Aid forms, records, procedures, and policies.

     

    Functional Area 2: Reporting and Data Management

    Percent Effort: 15%

    + Preparing and maintaining accurate records of Financial Aid information, including student awards, disbursement data, and compliance reports.

    + Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Institutional regulations and policies related to Financial Aid.

    + May evaluate or analyze a wide variety of financial aid related records of an official and confidential nature

     

    Functional Area 3: Outreach and Engagement

    Percent Effort: 15%

    + Participating in outreach activities, such as workshops and presentations, to educate students and families about Financial Aid.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    + High school diploma or GED

    + Four (4) years of related experience.

    + Additional experience or education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement:

    + Associate’s degree and two (2) years of related experience

    + Bachelor’s degree.

    + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

    + Empathy and patience in dealing with students and families.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

    + Knowledge of Federal, State, and Institutional Financial Aid programs.

    + Proficiency in Financial Aid software and systems.

     

    SALARY: Up to $16.83 Hourly

     

    + Up to $35,006.40 /annually, approximately

     

    BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

     

    From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

     

    Insurance (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf)

     

    + Medical

    + $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

    + Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    + Employee and Spouse

    + Employee and Children

    + Employee and Family coverage

    + Dental & Vision

    + Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

     

    On-campus wellness opportunities (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/wellness-resources.php)

    Work Life Solutions:

    + Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

     

    Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php)

     

    + Public Loan Forgiveness

    + Book scholarships

    + 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

     

    Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php)

     

    + Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

    + Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

     

    Time Off: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php)

     

    + 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.

    + 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

    + 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

    + 12-15 paid holidays each year.

     

    All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

     

    Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.