City Colleges of Chicago
College Financial Aid Adv I
City Colleges of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
College Financial Aid Advisor IHarold Washington CollegeCity Colleges of Chicago’s vision is to be recognized as the city’s most accessible higher education engine of socioeconomic mobility and racial equity – empowering all Chicagoans to take part in building a stronger and more just city. The community college system’s more than 3,500 faculty and staff serve more than 60,000 students annually at seven colleges and five satellite sites.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.Primary Objective:
Under general supervision, counsels and provides information to college applicants regarding student financial assistance programs; and performs related duties as required.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: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 ensure 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.Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence Standards.Performs other duties as assigned.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.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!
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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.Primary Objective:
Under general supervision, counsels and provides information to college applicants regarding student financial assistance programs; and performs related duties as required.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: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 ensure 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.Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence Standards.Performs other duties as assigned.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.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!
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