Financial Aid Officer & Veteran School Certifying Official- Stanton Campus
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Financial Aid Officer & Veteran School Certifying Official- Stanton CampusJob no: 499465 Work type: Staff Full-Time Location: TCAT Jackson - Stanton Extension Campus Categories: Student ServicesTitle: Financial Aid Officer & Veteran School Certifying Official- Stanton CampusEmployee Classification: Institution: TCAT-JacksonDepartment: Student ServicesCampus Location: TCAT JacksonJob SummaryResponsibilities and Duties Include: •Assist in planning, organizing and coordinating all counseling and recruiting activities of the college.•Assist current and prospective students with the financial aid application process.•Promote the school and develop rapport with other agencies.•Review student applications to determine financial need and award aid according to federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies.•Provide effective outreach to veterans and active-duty military.•Establish interpersonal working relationships with local military-affiliated entities.•Serve as the point of contact (POC) for veteran education benefits/Department of Defense benefits for students/prospective students at the Stanton Extension Campus. •Maintain annual training requirements to remain eligible to be a School Certifying Official.•Serve as a backup School Certifying Official to the main campus.•Develop a general understanding of the impact of financial aid on veteran education benefits.•Maintain/replenish supplies in the Veterans Center.•Perform verification of FAFSA data and conflicting data resolution.•Notify students of eligibility of aid and of award changes.•Conducts orientations and workshops for prospective and current students.•Monitor and evaluate student progress to determine continued eligibility.•Compile and complete financial aid reports in a timely manner.•Reconciliation of financial aid accounts.•Assist with dual enrollment as needed.•Attend, as requested, state and federal financial aid conferences.•Other duties as assigned. Job DutiesMinimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma or equivalent.Two (2) years of relevant experience.Preferred QualificationsAssociate Degree or Bachelor Degree from a regionally-accredited college. Two (2) years of financial aid experience.Knowledge of VA Benefits. Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesStrong communication skills both written and verbal; Attention to detail, customer service, time management, and organizational skills required. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and have a strong work ethic. Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, Outlook, and Word. Experience working with Banner, FAST, COD, and Microsoft Teams is a plus, but not required. Advertised: 22 Nov 2024 Central Standard Time Applications close: