Working Title:

Finacial Aid Officer

 

Institution:

Saint Paul College MnSCU Academic Professional 1

 

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

 

City:

St. Paul

 

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

 

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

 

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

 

Salary Range:

$23.63 - $34.18

 

Job Description

The person in this position will assist the Financial Aid Director in administering federal and state financial aid programs including advising students on financial aid programs, application processing, and packaging and awarding of financial aid eligibility. The person in this position will process verification paperwork and make corrections to student ISIRs. The person in this position will manage the student employment program. This position will also correspond with various government agencies and perform other duties as assigned. All employees of Saint Paul College are responsible for promoting a culture that supports diversity and inclusion in all forms as well as providing excellent customer service continuously to all internal and external contacts.

 

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree

• At least one year of prior experience working in a financial aid office.

• Thorough knowledge of Minnesota and Federal financial aid regulations and guidelines.

• Knowledge of and the ability to use the Federal Student Aid’s relations databases and applications.

• Ability to identify problems and resolve FAFSA data discrepancies.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills sufficient to participate in discussions and communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical personnel.

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.

• Demonstrated inter-cultural competency.

 

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor's degree.

• Three or more years of prior work experience in a financial aid office.

• Previous ISRS experience.

• Knowledge of the Minnesota State System and college policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.

• Knowledge of and ability to follow FERPA regulations.

• Working knowledge of current student information system (Integrated Student Records System), ImageNow, Minnesota State System related Web Communications and Degree Audit Report Systems (DARS).

• Bilingual

 

Other Requirements

All resumes must clearly address the Required Qualifications as stated above. If your skills match the required skill for this position, the department may contact you. Reference checks will be conducted for all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education and contact with the finalist current and/or previous employers.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. We are unable to sponsorship or take over sponsorship of employment visa at our institution. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

• In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business, whether using a personal, rental or state vehicle, shall be required to complete a Vehicle Use Agreement form and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check annually.

 

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm, with some Saturdays and evenings.

 

Telework (Yes/No)

Telework opportunities may be available for this position.

 

About

Saint Paul College was established in 1910, and we are proud to be honoring education for more than a century. SPC-Quick Facts

Saint Paul College is committed to supporting diversity in all of its forms. Applicants representing diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply

 

We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and encourages application from underrepresented groups. Recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employer offering support for veteran and military students. A member of the Minnesota State colleges and universities system.

 

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

 

Desired Start Date:

10-03-2024

 

Position End Date:

 

Open Date:

08-08-2024

 

Close Date:

09-05-2024

 

Posting Contact Name:

Carla Ballard

 

Posting Contact Email:

eu8798ts@minnstate.edu