Financial Aide Office Clerk (2026-2027)

Financial Aide Office Clerk (2026-2027) Edinburg Consolidated Independent School District - 4.3 Edinburg, TX Job Details $15.51 - $23.30 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Record keeping Computer operation Computer literacy Writing skills Basic math Databases Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Typing Clerical experience File organization

Full Job Description JobID:

7584

Position Type:

Secretarial/Clerical/Campus Level Clerk Date Posted:

5/14/2026

Location:

Vela High School Date Available:

05/14/2026

REPORTS TO:

Department Supervisor

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR

200 Days

DATE REVISED

10/17/2008

WAGE/HOUR STATUS:

Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE

$15.51 Minimum $23.30 Maximum

PAY GRADE

PS 2

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Assists in the prompt and efficient operation of the Financial Aid Office. Follows established procedures and performs general office tasks and clerical duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

TEA certification requirements High School Graduate or

GED LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals Ability to write routine and correspondence Ability to speak effectively before groups of people

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole number, common fractions, and decimals Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent; and interpret bar graphs

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in a written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Proficient skills in typing keyboarding and file maintenance. Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to operate a personal computer and related software to develop spreadsheets, databases and do work processing. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

EXPERIENCE

One to three years of clerical experience: preferably in public education environment Reliable transportation is necessary

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Records, Reports, and Correspondence:

Prepare written correspondence forms, schedules, or reports using typewriter or personal computer. Compile pertinent data as needed when preparing various state and local reports. Maintain physical and computerized departmental files. Schedule meetings and appointments and maintain calendar for immediate supervisor.

Accounting:

Perform routine bookkeeping tasks, including simple arithmetic operations for the Financial Aid Office. Assist with the preparation of purchase orders and payment authorizations.

Reception and Phones:

Receive incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff.

Files:

Maintain physical and computerized files including inventory of school and office supplies, mailing lists, office records, visitor logs, and office communication. Update handbooks, policy manuals, and other documents, as assigned.

Other:

Sort, distribute, or deliver mail and other documents. Maintain confidentiality. Participate in staff development training programs to improve job performance. Participate in meetings and special events as assigned. Exercise professional judgment in absences; be punctual to work, meetings, and appointments. Occasional evening hours are required. Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Financial Aid Officer (supervisor).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLILITIES

Supervise students in the Financial Aid Office Supervise students during Financial Aid Office presentations

EQUIPMENT USED

Typewriter, computer, printer, copier, fax machine, calculator, telephone, and shredder

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Occasional absences are expected but regular attendance is required. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. Repetitive hand motion and prolonged use of computer is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. This position requires meeting multiple demands from several people at the same time. The employee regularly interacts with staff and the general public. The employee must maintain emotional control under stress. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. Work is regularly performed indoors. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Non Discriminiation Statement Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, , Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300. Edinburg CISD no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, ,Coordinator of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, (956) 289-2300.