Financial Aid Technician

Rancho Santiago Community College District


Salary Range: Grade 8: $46,993.80 - $60,070.75/year

Job Type:

Job Number: CL22-00326

Location: Santa Ana, CA

Division: Student Services/SAC

Closing: 6/27/2022 5:00 PM Pacific

Job Description

This position is categorically funded and contingent upon funding at the time of hire.
CLASS SUMMARY
Under general supervision - assists students with general application process; provide information on eligibility, review files for completeness, accuracy, and consistency; advises applicants of availability and requirements for various financial aid programs; performs related clerical work and duties as required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
Assists students in the application process; provides information to students and parents concerning financial aid and eligibility; analyze and evaluate academic transcript for compliance and satisfactory academic progress; Review student's files for accuracy, completeness and consistency; initiate, prepare and distribute correspondence to students with incomplete documents or forms; verifies student eligibility for payment; assist with validation, packaging and awarding grant, scholarships, and loan/work study programs; assists in compiling for Federal, State and other reports; assists in Financial Aid Workshops; keeps abreast of state and federal regulations; conducts entrance interviews for National Direct Student Loan.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
This class reports to the designated manager/administrator.

Job Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of: interviewing techniques; student support services; record keeping; data gathering; modern office practices and procedures; financial aid programs strongly preferred.
Ability to: deal with sensitive and confidential information; understand and communicate with a diverse population of students; provide assistance to students through timely completion of their financial aid documents; understand and apply changing policies, procedures and guidelines; communicate orally and in writing; understand directions and work independently; comprehend and apply technical written material. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSTraining and Experience:Any combination of training and experience equivalent to two years of college; or two years experience in financial aid or student services; or one year of college and one year of work experience in a financial aid office or student services.
EEO STATEMENT
The Rancho Santiago Community College District (RSCCD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on ethnic group identification, national origin, religion, age, sex, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics), marital status, citizenship, or service in the uniformed services, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. SELECTION CRITERIAApplication ScreeningIn addition to the requirements and responsibilities listed, the following criteria will be considered in selecting candidates for interviews:

• Education experience (breadth and depth)
• Work experience (breadth and depth)
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with others
• Bilingual ability (if needed)
• Demonstrated experience in working with diverse socio-economic communities
• Professional growth activities
• Specialized skills training
• Leadership skills
• Written and/or oral communication skills
• Presentation
• Problem Solving Skills

Based upon the information presented on the application materials, a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process, which may include a written test and an oral interview. Meeting the minimum requirements of the position does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Candidate qualifications will be assessed to determine those who meet and exceed requirements and are deemed most competitive amongst the applicant pool to proceed. InterviewApplicants selected for an interview may be required to take additional tests or assessments and will be notified of such prior to the date of the interview. During the oral session, those selected for interviews will, in addition to the above, also be evaluated on the following factors:

• Oral communication skills
• Presentation
• Problem solving skills

A predetermined set of questions will be asked of all applicants interviewed. Applicants are requested to provide thorough yet concise information on their related experience to ensure the correct evaluation of their qualifications. Evaluation criteria will be applied consistently to all applicants. The District will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Applicant should contact Recruitment in the Human Resources Office for assistance. Application ProceduresAll applicants are required to submit a completed Rancho Santiago Community College District online application by the position's closing date. Human Resources will review all applications for completeness, and only complete application packets will be forwarded to the screening committee for further review.
A Complete Application Packet Must Include the Following:

1. RSCCD Online Application
2. Resume - details all relevant education, training, and other work experience

This applicant pool may be used for vacancies in the same classification occurring within the next six months. Foreign Transcripts: Education completed outside of the United States must be deemed equivalent to that gained in the conventional/accredited United States education programs to be considered for the satisfaction of minimum qualifications. Foreign transcripts must be translated and evaluated by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), a United States based credentials evaluation service. Conditions of EmploymentSelected candidate(s) is required to complete the following prior to employment as part of the onboarding process:

1. Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States (by in-person appointment in Human Resources)
2. Provide a certificate of Tuberculosis Exam
3. Fingerprints (by a Live Scan Agency at the candidate's expense and clearance must be received prior to first day of employment)
4. Provide a valid COVID-19 Vaccination Card

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/rsccd/jobs/3579920/financial-aid-technician




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