: Financial Aid Advisor/Veterans Certifying Official

NOTICE OF VACANCY: It is the policy of Northland Community and Technical College to ensure that the selection for this position is accessible to all candidates. This document can be made available in alternative formats by calling Colleen Kukowski, Administration Services Coordinator (218) 793-2407.

Job Class: Minnesota State Academic Professional 1 (AP 1)
Working Title: Financial Aid Advisor/Veterans Certifying Official

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 02/18/2019
Closing Date: 03/05/2019
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Northland Community and Technical College / East Grand Forks
Division/Unit: Student Services/ Financial Aid
Appointment Type: Full-Time, Unlimited
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day shift / 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: Rarely, between campuses
Salary Range: $19.46 - $28.15 /hourly $40,632 - $58,777 / annually
Job Class Option: 007012
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MAPE
Work Area: Financial Aid department
Location: East Grand Forks
Re-Posting: No
Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position exists to serve as the college expert to review, research and evaluate all documents relevant to determine eligibility and awarding large amounts of Federal, State and institutional funds to college students. The incumbent will serve as the primary contact and resource in the financial aid office for all new and returning students as well administer the work-study program. This position will serve as the primary Certifying Official for Veterans at the East Grand Forks Campus. The incumbent is responsible for verification of eligible non-citizens college-wide. The position will adhere to all Federal, State, and Institutional Financial Aid Regulations.

1. Serve as college resource liaison regarding all financial aid programs, policies and procedures, providing advising to the college, community, students and parents. Researching information to ensure accurate and timely information is provided within state/federal policy and guidelines.
2. Administer the work study programs on the EGF campus to ensure new work-study employment information is entered timely, verifying information and making determination of complete applications and files. Incumbent researches processes and procedures and makes recommendations for changes as necessary to ensure efficient operations.
3. Serve as a Veterans Certifying Official.
4. Verification of Eligible Non-citizens.
5. Complete 150% calculations for students that are requested by the Director of Financial Aid and other staff.
6. Maintain accurate financial aid files for application and award ensuring compliance with Federal verification requirements for individual financial aid student files.
7. Maintain and coordinate all digital imaging responsibilities in the financial aid office on EGF campus.
8. Ensure efficient operations of EGF financial aid office.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (expected to have to enter job):

Minimum Qualifications (expected to have to enter job)
* Minimum of two years of experience working in a post-secondary education setting or completion of an Associate's Degree or the equivalent of a two year diploma.
* Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) in order to communicate effectively with students, employees without supervision or review
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of private information according to procedures, rules, and statutes.
* Computer knowledge, proficiency and understanding with the ability to remain up-to-date with the many software programs utilized in the administration of financial aid.
* Ability to work closely with the public and be able to clearly inform students and parents of the financial aid process.
* Willing to work as part of a team
* Physical Demands (sitting for extended periods of time)

Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter job)
* Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or human service related field
* Experience working in Financial Aid
* Knowledge of student financial aid programs
* Knowledge of state and federal financial aid rules and regulations
* Ability to follow directions, to take corrective criticism, to get along with coworkers and supervisors
* Able to handle stressful situations with the highest level of professionalism consistent with excellent customer service.
* Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty and the ability to deal tactfully with diverse populations in a positive, courteous and helpful manner.
* Ability to work independently with limited supervision

Application Details:

* All other candidates (internal promotional) application deadline 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, March 5, 2019.

You are strongly encouraged to submit your resume and cover letter online by clicking on the ''apply'' button as paper applications will not be accepted. To aid in the application review process, the college requests that applicants upload a resume and cover letter when completing the application process. NeoGov also collects your work preference information so we can match you with future openings that meet your interest.

Please apply online www.northlandcollege.edu/jobs. Online applications must include:
o Cover letter of interest
o Resume
o Copy of college transcripts
o Names/contact information of five (5) professional references

Click on the "Faculty and Administrator Jobs" link to apply. You must apply online and attach an electronic resume and copy of your transcript(s) to your online application in order to be considered for this position. Paper applications and resumes will not be considered.

Contact
If you have questions about the position, contact Colleen at colleen.kukowski@northlandcollege.edu or 218.793.2407.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.