Administrative Assistant II, Financial Assistance

The Administrative Assistant II for Financial Assistance at Cameron University provides secretarial and administrative support and is responsible for the daily front line functions of the department.  This position is the key customer service representative for the Office of Financial Assistance and provides support for both Financial Aid and Veterans Affairs.

 Job Duties as Administrative Assistant II include but are not limited to:

• Professionally and efficiently execute Cameron University’s commitment to student success.
• Maintain student confidentiality in accordance with FERPA regulations.
• Understands and applies Title IV, Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education, Tribal Higher Education and other related policies.
• Maintains knowledge of policies of other departments (Registrar, Business Office, Human Resources, Athletics, etc.) and understands the impact on a student’s financial aid eligibility.
• Advises students and others on processes, procedures and services as they relate to financial aid and the institution as key player in front line operations.
• Maintains general knowledge of information required to complete FAFSA.
• Gathers information and prepares various reports, correspondence and memorandums.
• Researches and assist in resolution of student issues.
• Assists with preparation and arrangements for special events and/or projects.
• Prepares requisitions and purchase orders.
• Provides departmental budget tracking, accounting support and reconciliation.
• Sort mail for proper distribution within the office or into campus mail and prepares outgoing mail and assures that high priority mail is handled expeditiously.
• Assists in training and supervision of student workers.
• Establishes and maintains effective work relations with students, faculty, staff and the general public.
•  Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISION:
The Administrative Assistant II will report to the Director of Financial Assistance for general supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:    

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:    

SALARY:  
$26,000.00.

INSTITUTION:
Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees.  Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens.  Master’s-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies.  The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for many cooperative efforts.  The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops.

APPLYING:
Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.  Incomplete applications may not be considered. 

DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

EEO/AA Employer/Veteran/Disability