College Financial Aid Advisor I

FINANCIAL AID ADVISOR
CITY COLLEGES OF CHICAGO - MALCOLM X COLLEGE

 

Are you a people-person with a talent for quickly solving problems and achieving results? Do you have a desire to work in a welcoming environment making college a reality for a large, diverse student population? If so, this is the opportunity for you!

 

Malcolm X College is searching for a Financial Aid Advisor. A successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills, experience providing administrative support to a fast-paced office, and a desire to help students achieve their academic goals. 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

• Counsels and advises students, parents and other interested parties on the availability of student financial aid programs to assist in meeting college education costs.
• Interviews students applying for financial aid assistance, answers questions regarding eligibility requirements and informs them of the types of financial aid available including grants, loans and work/study programs.
• Assists students in completing financial aid applications and reviews submitted applications for accuracy and completeness.
• Uses a personal computer to verify student eligibility for Federal, State and college based financial aid assistance programs.
• Prepares and maintains manual and computerized permanent records and files of financial assistance awarded to students.
• Monitors student’s academic status to insure they continue to meet eligibility requirements for financial aid awards.
• Refers students for employment placement in work/study program.
• Maintains records, work reports and time sheets for students enrolled in work/study.
• program; may act as a field liaison explaining work/study program to potential employers. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from high school or the equivalent plus two years of college supplemented by at least two years of responsible clerical experience; or an  equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Some knowledge of applicable financial aid software. Knowledge of financial aid procedures in a college setting. Knowledge of financial aid programs. 
• Ability to operate a personal computer; perform basic math computations; interpret college and financial aid policies and procedures.
• Good interviewing skills. Good verbal communication skills. Good human relations skills

WE OFFER: Excellent health and welfare benefit package and long-term savings and investment programs including 403(b) & 457(b) Investment Plans and a pension plan with the State University Retirement System (SURS) Plan. Generous vacation, holiday, personal and sick days, and tuition reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits, please visit the benefits page of our website.

Malcolm X College was selected as a Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges award winner! The award is given by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a membership organization committed to promoting and celebrating excellence in teaching and leadership at community and technical colleges, and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a leading academic publication.  

MXC was recognized for its best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities. 

 

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Thank you for your interest in City Colleges!
This position is represented by the Local 1708 union.
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