Kishwaukee College ยท 1 month ago
Financial Aid Processing Specialist
Malta, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$41K/yr - $49K/yr
1+ years expKishwaukee College is looking to enhance its team with a Financial Aid Processing Specialist who is committed to student success and embraces diversity. The role involves processing financial aid, assisting with loan applications and scholarships, and providing counseling to students and parents.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Counsel students and parents regarding aid eligibility, academic progress, and student accounts
Conducts outreach to students and parents via phone and email to assist with the completion of their financial aid information
Assists the Coordinator of Financial Aid with timely processing of student loan request information from students or parents to complete loan application process
Assists with reconciling Federal Direct Loans monthly with the Common Origination and Disbursement ( COD ) system and the Business Office
Conducts loan entrance counseling and exit counseling, as appropriate
Awards and processes scholarships from external and internal agencies, such as, the Kish Foundation, Athletic Department, Boulos Foundation, etc
Creates new award types from external and internal sources as needed
Conducts verification to ensure eligible students are receiving the correct amount of financial assistance
Serves as backup with general reception responsibilities, such as receiving guests or visitors, answering phones, receiving correspondence, and responding as appropriate
Participates in professional development opportunities, as necessary
Other duties as assigned by reporting manager
Qualification
Required
Possesses strong organizational skills
Demonstrates an understanding of basic math skills
Possesses a clear understanding of the financial aid process and have an understanding of financial aid processing software systems
Demonstrates clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
Provides strong customer service and inter-personal communication skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to cooperatively work with diverse groups of students and staff
Understanding of basic administrative processes and procedures
Understanding of Microsoft Office Productivity Suite
Understanding of basic computer operations and office equipment
Demonstrates efficient keyboard and data entry accuracy and speed
Associate degree in business, accounting, or a related field
1-3 years of experience in a position that is responsible for processing financial aid documents
Preferred
Bilingual (Spanish/English) language preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive health and dental insurance program
Generous paid vacation
Sick, and personal leave
Tuition waivers
State Universities Retirement Systems ( SURS ) pension in place of social security
Optional deferred compensation plan
Company
Kishwaukee College
Kishwaukee College is a school in Malta.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa (Missy) Gillis
Director - Student Outreach and Educational Partnerships
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