Financial Aid Specialist (3EM26)

Job Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Financial Aid Director, the Financial Aid Specialist provides technical, administrative, and professional support for the College’s financial aid programs. The position serves as the primary technical resource for financial aid systems and processes, ensuring the integrity, accuracy, and compliance of financial aid data and operations. The Financial Aid Specialist engages students in a manner that enhances the student experience while delivering exceptional customer service and support throughout the financial aid process.

• Supports and maintains financial aid systems, software applications, and automated processes to ensure the accurate and efficient delivery of financial aid programs.
• Develops, maintains, and improves electronic financial aid forms, workflows, and automated business processes to increase efficiency and service delivery.
• Affords technical financial aid processes, including the loading of ISIRs, development and maintenance of packaging rules, awarding and packaging aid, loan processing, and related activities.
• Ensures financial aid processing complies with federal, state, institutional, and regulatory requirements and conducts quality assurance reviews to support program integrity.
• Assists with reporting, data analysis, audits, and the preparation of information required for institutional, state, and federal agencies.
• Maintains the integrity of financial aid data through system monitoring, quality control reviews, and reconciliation activities.
• Develops, maintains, and distributes financial aid communications, publications, website content, and other resources to ensure accurate and timely information is available to students and stakeholders while promoting a positive student experience.
• Provides information and assistance to students, families, faculty, and staff regarding financial aid programs, policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and experience
• Prior higher education financial aid experience preferred

Additional Comments

Aiken Technical College is an equal opportunity employer committed to having diversity throughout the College. Any requests for reasonable accommodation to apply for this position should be directed to Human Resources by calling 803-508-7497, or writing to the above address. Requests for accommodations must be made by the above-stated deadline.

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Benefits For State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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