Financial Aid Specialist

Financial Aid Specialist

Employer

Robeson Community College
5160 Fayetteville Road
Lumberton, NC 28360
Phone: 910-272-3700

Job Location

Main RCC Campus

Salary/Grade

The salary will be determined in accordance with RCC’s Salary Plan and applicant’s education and work experience.

Benefits

State of NC Full Time Benefits

Job Category

  • Technical/Paraprofessional

Application Period

Opens: Monday, October 7, 2019
Closes: Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Target Start Date

Sunday, December 1, 2019

Expected Work Hours

8-5 Monday -Thursday and 8-3 Friday

Reports to

Ronnie Locklear

Employment Type

Full Time - 12 months

Minimum Qualifications

 A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from a regionally  accredited institution, working knowledge of personal computers, experience in customer service, and the ability to effectively manage complex financial aid databases.  

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of financial aid experience in a college setting, working knowledge of Datatel software or similar college/university administrative software package, and experience managing direct student loans.

Position Description

  • Promotes the availability of financial aid and accessibility of the application to the community.
  • Responsible for financial aid advising to students/parents.
  • Maintains accurate, easily accessible record of all financial aid programs for auditing and evaluation purposes.
  • Maintains and assist in administering the Federal Title IV Programs in according to all federal requirements set forth by the United States Department of Education.
  • Under the direction of the Director of Financial Aid, processes and maintains accurate records of students listed as “Return to Title IV” in a timely manner.
  • Maintains clear communication with the RCC Business Office.
  • Provides prompt notification of awards or cessation of awards.
  • Appraises and submits recommendations to the Financial Aid Committee on all applicants for scholarship, work-study, and loans.
  • Interprets the mission, educational philosophy, and vision statements of Robeson Community College to the general public.
  • Maintains the integrity of the College and its related foundations.
  • Represents the College professionally and handling all financial affairs and student records in accordance with FERPA guidelines.
  • Provides front desk coverage for the Financial Aid office on a weekly rotating basis as needed.

How to Apply

Candidates for the position should complete a RCC Application for Employment and submit a professional resume, a photocopy of Official transcripts, and any other supporting documentation related to the qualification requirements.  Robeson Community College reserves the right to perform consumer background checks on applicants who are considered for employment and the College may administer personality testing as part of the selection process.  

Applications available at robeson.edu.  You may complete the application along with required documentation and email or fax to:

scarr@robeson.edu

910-272-3545

 

Job Post Contact

Robeson Community College

PO Box 1420

Lumberton, NC 28359

910-272-3537

www.robeson.edu