Financial Aid Officer (23:121) Jobs

Term of App't: Temporary, Part time (Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9am - 12:30pm)
Start date: Immediately
Reporting to: Campus Administrator
Salary
Classification 12, $25.54 - $26.33 per hour, as per BCGEU Support Collective Agreement. Temporary employees also receive an additional $0.50/hr. in lieu of benefits, as well as having 6% vacation pay paid out with each pay.
Description
Financial Aid Officers provide information and guidance to new and returning students about budgeting; student financial assistance programs including loans, awards, and grants; funding eligibility and selection criteria; and student loan repayment options. The role also supports the administration of government student financial assistance, institutional awards and scholarships, and emergency aid programs, following established processes and criteria.
In this role, you will work as part of a team to support all students across the region. Daily, Financial Aid Officers meet with students and their supporters to determine their financial status and provide advice and guidance about financial assistance options available to help support the costs of post-secondary education. You will administer financial aid programs by liaising with provincial and federal government student loan bodies; entering appropriate student data into reporting systems to confirm and maintain aid eligibility; receive, process, and code student loan, grant, award, and scholarship applications; verify whether applicants meet preliminary eligibility criteria; and make recommendations for award and grant approval. The role requires that you develop and maintain thorough knowledge about student financial assistance sources, availability, policies, and procedures.

• This is a term position with an end date of November 22, 2024.

Qualifications
REQUIRED:

• One-year related experience in lending, banking, or financial management.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and sensitivity is essential.
• Experience and proficiency with a current version of MS Office Suite (excel, word, outlook, etc.)
• The successful candidate must successfully complete a comprehensive clerical test.
• Current and valid driver's license (some travel may be necessary).
• Successful completion of a one-year certificate (minimum 30 credits) in Business Management or Applied Business Technology (or equivalent).
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, including meeting deadlines and working effectively in a team.