Lead Financial Aid Specialist Calhoun Community College

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1 Decatur, AL Job Details Full-time 2 days ago Benefits 401(a) Wellness program Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Microsoft Word Computer operation Spreadsheets Data reporting Data management Full Job Description Position Summary This position involves advanced and varied administrative work requiring a high level of skill and increased decision-making responsibilities and knowledge of Student Financial Services. The Lead Financial Aid Specialist prepares a variety of typewritten documents; executes a variety of administrative procedures, files and manages records; receives callers and visitors, and performs related work as assigned. They frequently develop and refine work routines and are expected to carry out the assignments through to completion with a minimum of supervision. Work also includes devising and implementing new work methods, interpreting rules and procedures.

Salary:

Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule (Download PDF reader) E2, Grade 3: $47,029

• $65,218 (Salary placement within this range is determined by your documented years of full-time related work experience)

Work Hours:

Monday through Thursday, 7:45 a.m.

• 5:15 p.m.; Friday 7:45 a.m.
• 11:45 a.

m. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet to be considered. A complete application consists of the following: Online application Current résumé Copy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.) Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Oversee the Alabama State Grant Scholarship Program, Pathways to Progress Initiative, and Re(Engage). Oversee the SEOG Program. Manage the Lifetime Eligibility for Pell. Oversee the Financial Aid Calendar. Organize the Director of Student Financial Services' calendar. Manage ETV/Fostering Hope Scholarships. Assist with R2T4's. Assist with Professional Judgements. Manage Consortium Agreements & Tuition Waivers Receive, input and process paperwork ensuring items are submitted in a timely manner. Discern when confidentiality in work needs to be maintained and maintain that confidentiality. Alert supervisor of any issues that are in need of upper management attention. Communicate with customers (students, faculty and staff, the public) in person, via email and/or phone to disseminate and explain information and resolve issues. Perform all duties with professionalism. Assist with the Director with special projects. Assist with athletic scholarships. Assists in the preparation and managing of departmental budgets. Proof and edit correspondence and documents. Input and process purchase orders as well as other information into Banner. Create and maintain filing systems. Order supplies. Answer a multi-line phone system and direct calls appropriately. Greet in-person visitors and respond to their needs appropriately. Type and transcribe letters, memos and other correspondence or written documentation. Prepare meeting agendas and take meeting minutes when needed. Operate a computer and other standard office equipment in the performance of duties. Print missing information letters for students. Assist Director and Assistant Director with Pell Grant and Student Loan files. Screen and route incoming mail including email. Submit maintenance work orders. Assist School Certifying Official. Performs related work as assigned. Qualifications A minimum of two (2) years (64 semester hours) of postsecondary education from an accredited institution and a minimum of three (3) years of related work experience is required . Ability to utilize Excel or other database software to sort and manage lists and reporting is required . Ability to utilize Word or other word processing tools to prepare and communicate information including mail merge is required . Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments: Effective oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of community college policies and procedures. Working knowledge of Banner or a related software. Knowledge of the financial aid, including the process for applying (including FAFSA). Knowledge of basic IRS documentation and tax processes related to financial aid such as

IRS 1040

form. Knowledge of SAP policies. Knowledge of rules of grammar. Knowledge of generally accepted office practices and procedures. Knowledge of general budgeting and accounting processes and procedures and tracking. Knowledge of FERPA. Skill in operating a mouse to control a computer. Skill in operating a computer including tablets. Skill in utilizing a multi-line phone system. Skill in operating a fax machine, copier, scanner, calculator, printer, and typewriter. Ability to make decisions based on correspondence, data or other information. Ability to utilize and search the internet for information. Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues. Ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to work and communicate with a variety of people from diverse backgrounds. Ability to utilize email systems to communicate information. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times. Ability to greet individuals of any background with friendliness, tact and courtesy. Ability to draft letters and other correspondence. Ability to proof and correct materials according to rules of grammar and business etiquette. Ability to operate in high pressure situations and respond to issues in a calm manner. Conscientious

• care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job. Initiative
• responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.

A focus on details. A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer need. Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning. Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs. A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand. Confidence in decision-making and communication skills. Application Procedures/Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees. Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website ( www.sacscoc.org ). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT

http://www.calhoun.edu P.O. Box 2216 Decatur, AL 35609 256-306-2590 256-306-2591 Sick Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement. 8 hours per month (may accumulate an unlimited number) Annual Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office. 0-4 years 8 hours per month 5-9 years 10 hours per month 10-14 years 12 hours per month 15-19 years 14 hours per month 20+ 16 hours per month (may accumulate up to 480 hours) Personal Leave All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year. Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used. (converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used) Professional Leave Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President. Holidays New Year's Day Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday National Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Day after Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas Day 16 (5 locally assigned) Contracted Work Days 260 Retirement The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non

• student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama. Tier I
• Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25) Tier II
• Pays 6.

20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Law Enforcement Officers :

Tier I

• Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25) Tier II
• Pays 7.

20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25) Health Insurance PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA.

For more information visit http:

//www.rsa-al.gov/index.

php/members/peehip Premium amounts:

Single $ 30 Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207 Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282 Family (with Spouse and dependents

• ) $ 307 Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge

Note:

The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP. Tobacco Usage Premium Member $ 50 Spouse $ 50 The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount. Wellness Premium Member $ 50 Spouse $ 50 The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver. If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision. Optional Coverage Plan Premiums Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38 Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50 Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17). Duty Hours (hours vary by campus and needs of the student) Tuition Assistance This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

1/3 waived after 1st year 2/3 waived after 2nd year 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note:

Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.