College Assistant (Hourly) Financial Aid Assistant, Multiple positions - Financial Aid Office
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College Assistant (Hourly) Financial Aid Assistant, Multiple positions - Financial Aid Office

**GENERAL DUTIES**

- Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.

- There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as

needed.

- Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.

- Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records,

operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards,

act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required.

- Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.

- Acts as cashier.

- Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports.

- Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.

- Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in areas such as reading and mathematics. May assist in speech and hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute and collect physical education equipment.

- Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules.

- May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.

**CONTRACT TITLE**

College Assistant

**FLSA**

Non-exempt

**CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION**

**ABOUT JOHN JAY COLLEGE**

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) led by President Karol V. Mason and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups.

The College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of the City University of New York and offers bachelors and masters degrees in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. John Jay College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

**POSITION OVERVIEW**

This is a part time position.

Underthedirectionofthe Financial Aid OfficewithintheDivisionofEnrollmentManagementandStudentAffairs, the Financial Aid Assistantwill provide a range of administrative supportby performing the following tasks:

Provide reception services for the Financial Aid Office: the intake of Financial Aid Documents and online submission, Screening students for referral to counselors, answering telephones, and providing students information regarding their awards

Respondingtobothcampusandstudentinquiriesforresolutionofescalatedfinancialaidissues

CompletingotherspecializedortechnicaladministrativetasksrelatedtotheFinancialAidofficeoperations

Assistingindailyreportingandotherdutiesasoperationalservicelevelsrequire

Serving as an administrative liaison with other key department constituency supporting program compliance: explainpolicies/procedures;answervariousquestions,coordinateservices,handlespecialrequestsorproblems.

Work special events: Open House, Orientation, Registration etc.

Work evenings and weekend hours as needed

Performingspecialprojectsor otherrelateddutiesasassigned.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

- Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

**OTHER QUALIFICATIONS**

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferencegiven tostudentsin goodstandingattheCityUniversityofNewYork.

Beavailabletowork20hourweeklyshiftswithahistoryofstrongattendanceandpunctuality.

Excellentcustomerservice skillswithahighlevelofcommitmenttostudentservices.

Possesscomputerskillsthatincludeagoodworking knowledgeofMSWordandMSExcel.

Possess excellent written and oral communication skills along with an ability to work cooperatively and collegially within a diverse, people-oriented environment

Outstandinginterpersonalskills.

Strongorganizationalandtimemanagementskills,includingtheabilitytohandlemultipletasks,toprioritizeand to work independently.

**COMPENSATION**

This is a part-time position of up to 20 hours per week, scheduling of the days can be worked out.

Hourly rate is $16 per hour commensurate with experience. Appointment is on a per semester basis and subject to budgetary and renewal approval.

**BENEFITS**

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

**HOW TO APPLY**

If you are viewing the job posting on John Jay College website or in CUNYfirst, please select the Apply Now button. If you are viewing the job posting on any other website, please follow the instructions below:

-Go to www.cuny.edu and click on Employment

-Click Search job listing

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-Search by Job Opening ID number 29059

-Click on the Apply Now and follow the instructions.

**CLOSING DATE**

Review of the resumes will begin on November 1, 2024

Posting will remain opened until filled.

**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**

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**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29059

Location

John Jay College