Financial Aid Specialist

Description The Financial Aid Specialist shall report to the Director of Financial Aid. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Reviews financial aid applications and materials for completeness and eligibility; Verifies accuracy of documents and data; analyzes discrepancies between FAFSA applications, verification documents, and student information; determines resolution if needed; Requests additional information for incomplete applications; processes all documentation per federal, state, and institutional guidelines; performs need analysis; Determines eligibility and processes student financial aid offers within the Banner system; Ensures students, parents, staff, and federal/state agencies receive high-quality customer service by assisting with inquiries and resolution of issues; Reviews and reconciles all financial aid resources, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study; Prepares reports and invoicing for financial aid programs; Assists with other office functions as needed, including cross-training of other department duties; May participate in the annual audit of student records; Assists with supervision of student employees; May serve on various campus committees as assigned; Performs other duties as assigned or required; Nothing contained herein shall limit the President in assigning the employee to any of the various college activities for which he/she would be qualified in order to meet the needs of New Mexico Junior College. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required, Associate's degree preferred; Six (6) months experience working in a financial aid office; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Additional Qualifications In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Additional Information This is a twelve-month non-exempt position.

Standard benefits apply. To apply, submit an NMJC application online at www.nmjc.edu.