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Job Offer: Financial Aid Specialist:Austin Peay State UniversityJob description:Financial Aid Specialist
Posting DetailsPosition InformationPosting Number: 20121595Staff Working Title: Financial Aid Specialist Pay Rate: income is competitive and commensurate with education and practice. Employment Job Category: Clerical/Support Regular/Temporary: Regular If temporary, list duration: Type of Appointment: Fiscal Contract Period: 12 month Position Summary Information Position Summary: The Financial Aid Specialist is responsible for reviewing financial aid applications. this function involves direct interaction with students and parents to ensure the proper disbursement of financial aid. Austin Peay State University is a four-year public, doctoral-level university, with six colleges and four Chairs of Excellence. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students and is located in Clarksville, Tennessee, a community of an estimated 166,000 people located approximately 40 miles northwest of Nashville, TN. Primary tasks and Job responsibilities: » Analyze and evaluate student financial data. » Verify accuracy and consistency of data from need analysis calculations and federal tax documents. » Perform data analysis to identify discrepancies and determine appropriate resolution actions. » Review federal financial aid applications to ensure files are accurate and complete for aid disbursement. » Counsel students and parents on verification procedures and financial aid matters. » Request additional information from significant sources to complete the verification process as necessary. » Review verification technical references annually and stay updated on changes. » Transmit and track data corrections. » Discuss financial aid packages and payment arrangements with students and parents. » Maintain and update the policy manual for electronic transmissions, verification, and processing. » Create and update verification forms for the financial aid office annually. » Maintain proficiency with financial aid administration software and related computer programs. » Supervise and train student workers. » Assist in determining eligibility and issuing fee deferments. » Purge inactive files annually and maintain an organized active and pending filing system. » Perform other job-related tasks as assigned. Knowledge, expertise, and Abilities: » Proficiency in operating a personal computer and connected software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and Ellucian Banner. » Effective and appropriate communication expertise. » capability to maintain confidentiality of records and information. » capability to interact effectively with diverse populations, the University community, and the public. » Keen attention to detail for detecting and correcting grammatical and spelling errors. » Capcapability to maintain accurate paper and electronic files. » Strong multitasking expertise and capability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously. » knowledge and compliance with detailed federal regulations. » Proficiency in performing accurate mathematical computations. » Strong organizational, decision-making, and independent work expertise. Physical Requirements: » Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Required Minimum Appropriate qualifications: » Associate's Degree or a minimum of two years of university study. » Previous financial aid practice preferred. » Knowledge of government rules, regulations, guidelines, and procedures related to financial aid. » prosperous completion of a background check. » Submission of an official transcript (if applicable) and contact information for three (3) references. Posting Detail Information Open Date: 08/08/2024 Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to candidates: Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have an Associates Degree, or two years of University study? » Yes » No * Do you have previous financial aid practice? If yes, please ensure that this practice is clearly indicated on your application. » Yes » No Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents» Resume Optional Documents » Cover Letter » Unofficial Transcript » Letter of Recommendation 1 » Letter of Recommendation 2 » Letter of Recommendation 3 Skills:
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