Posting Details
Position Summary Information
Position Title Specialist, Financial Aid
Position Type Full Time Regular
Annual Schedule N/A
Expected Work Schedule Standard
Anticipated Days Monday – Friday
Anticipated Hours 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday – Thursday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Friday
Anticipated Hours per Week 40
Work Location A-B Tech Main Campus
Job Description Summary
Advises students, prospective students, and parents with all aspects of financial aid both in person and via phone and email communications. Ensures excellent customer service by guiding students through the completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), intake, assessment and verification of supporting documentation, providing financial aid assistance and outreach to high school educators and other target markets.
Duties
1. Counsels and advises students regarding financial aid opportunities and the application process. Assists students in identifying sources of aid and applicable requirements and regulations.
2. Maintains a thorough knowledge of federal and state financial aid and scholarship rules and regulations.
3. Primary personnel for all Financial Aid outreach and recruiting; including FAFSA events, High School visitation, and cross-departmental participation in other A-B Tech events related to enrollment management.
4. Determines eligibility and awards financial aid by processing applications, making corrections, documenting tracking, and completing the verification process.
5. Scans and routes necessary information and forms into SIS and document imaging systems.
6. Completes and catalogs various calculations related to student awards, such as R2T4, Manual Awards for Federal Funds, and Scholarship processing.
7. Processes outside agency forms.
8. Assists with student correspondence and reports as needed.
9. Communicates with appropriate state and federal agencies to resolve any conflicting issues as needed.
10. Contributes to the College Vision, Mission, Values, and RISE statement.
11. Supports workforce diversity in all its aspects.
12. Performs other job-related responsibilities as required.
Minimum Requirements (Applicant must meet all of the minimum requirements)
1. Must have a minimum of an Associate’s degree;
2. Must have a minimum of two years of full-time or equivalent experience working in student services; OR one year of full-time or equivalent experience working in financial aid; OR two years of full-time or equivalent experience working in a financial services related field;
3. Must have experience with Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Must have a minimum of two years of full-time or equivalent experience working in financial aid;
2. Experience with community outreach and/or enrollment management;
3. Proficiency in a foreign language such as Spanish, an East Slavic language, and/or American Sign Language.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant Should:
1. Read the following before submitting the Application:
Application Selection Process
Technical Support Tips
2. Upload Required Documents:
When applicable, upload the relevant transcript that correlates to the degree requirement in the minimum requirement or preferred qualifications with in the job posting. The transcript must show the individual courses taken and the degree that is conferred or awarded.
PLEASE NOTE: DIPLOMAS OR A COPY OF DEGREE IS NOT ACCEPTABLE INSTEAD OF TRANSCRIPT
If selected for hire:
1. If selected for hire, official sealed transcripts from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the US Department of Education are required to be received a minimum of two business weeks before the first day of work.
2. Transcripts outside of the United States must be accompanied by an evaluation completed by a NACES recognized agency and received by Human Resources at least two weeks prior to the first day of work.
PLEASE NOTE: FAILURE TO COMPLY MAY RESULT IN THE WITHDRAWAL OF THE JOB OFFER.
Why Should I Work at A-B Tech?
A-B Tech is nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina and has served as the region’s premier two-year college since our establishment in 1959. With five locations, the College service area includes Buncombe and Madison Counties. We are a family of approximately 10,000 curriculum students, 14,000 continuing education students, and 1,100 faculty & staff. We offer an array of programs to meet local workforce needs which culminate in 55 degrees, 18 diplomas, and 56 certificates. A-B Tech is indicative of the modern comprehensive community college – providing innovative educational programming and collaborative community development. If you are dedicated to student and community success, then we invite you to explore employment opportunities at A-B Tech. We hope you will consider joining the A-B Tech Trailblazer family!
A-B Tech Welcoming Culture (R.I.S.E)
A-B Tech commits to demonstrating an inclusive and welcoming culture of Respect, Integrity, and Support for Everyone.
This is evident by our RISE Committee, the Trailblazer RISE Award, and annual RISE projects including the Welcoming Classroom, Appreciative Advising, and more!
A-B Tech is looking for:
A person who shares our commitment to sustaining a workplace that offers equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, disability genetic information/medical history, age, and/or veteran/military status. In addition, the College prohibits discrimination based on any characteristic or condition protected by law, but not specifically mentioned here.
Position Summary
Posting Detail Information
Review Date: (Application should be submitted by 8:00 a.m. EST on this date for consideration) 03/21/2022
Start Date 05/02/2022
Keep Open Until Filled Yes
Salary or Hourly Pay Range (Salary is Non-Negotiable) Salary: $33,192 – $37,344 Total Comp: $51,199 – $56,640
Total Compensation
Your total compensation goes beyond this maximum salary. Your A-B Tech benefits represent nearly 30% of your total compensation.
The total compensation for this position includes an 21.68% employer contribution to a defined pension plan, contributions towards medical and dental policies and fully funded life insurance / accidental death & dismemberment policy.
Benefits Summary
Medical and Pharmacy PlanDental PlanVision PlanFlexible Spending AccountsShort and Long Term DisabilityDeath BenefitsLife InsuranceSupplemental PoliciesProfessional LiabilityVacation Leave up to 26 days per yearSick Leave of 12 days per yearHoliday LeaveAll required protected leaves plus: Civil, Bereavement, Parental, Community Service, Maternity/Paternity, Shared, Educational, MilitaryTax-sheltered Supplemental Retirement PlansTuition Reimbursement PlanState Employees Credit Union membershipEmployee Assistance NetworkAnnual Flex BenefitAlternative Work SchedulesLongevity PayEducational Attainment
Questions
A-B Tech’s Human Resources (HR) department is located on the main campus at the Sunnicrest House. This beautiful Tudor-style Historic house served as a private residence for guests of the Vanderbilt family for the first century of the home’s life. Today you will find a professional HR family that is dedicated to ensuring all employees and applicants receive fast and accurate answers, compassion, fairness, and kindness from Monday through Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. To ensure a prompt hiring process, please read the application directions located on the HR website. For questions, you may email us at hr@abtech.edu.
We look forward to welcoming you to our A-B Tech family! |
