Technical Assistant - Financial Aid

Please see Special Instructions for more details. 1. Rate of pay of $17.00 per hour; maximum 28 hours per week. 2. Official transcripts required prior to employment (if applicable). 3. Recommend hire will be subject to pre-employment screenings. 4. Triton College is an AA/EOE. Posting Details Posting Summary Posting Number S00586P Position Title Technical Assistant -

Financial Aid Position Type Hourly Department Financial Aid Essential Function Essential Function:

The Technical Assistant is an integral part of the Financial Aid Department. This role is primarily responsible for ensuring that accurate Financial Aid information is disseminated to prospective and current students, as well as the community at large. This role includes working at the front counter to assist students with the Financial Aid process.

Qualifications Education:

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience:

1. Working with diverse student populations. 2. Customer service. 3. Computer experience, including data entry and Microsoft Office.

Skills:

1. Ability to communicate with and have an understanding of the diverse student population that Triton College serves. 2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 3. Organizational and time management skills. 4. Ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities Responsibilities:

1. Advise students and parents on available financial aid sources for programs such as: Federal and Illinois State Grant Programs, Federal Work-Study, student loans, veteran's grants and scholarships. 2. Assist current/prospective students with completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on the web and field student inquiries at the front counter. 3. Answer incoming phone calls to the Financial Aid Office. 4. Assist students in the completion of financial aid documents and review submitted documentation for completeness and accuracy. 5. Other duties as assigned. Posting Date 04/09/2026 Closing Date Special Instructions to Applicants 1. Rate of pay of $17.00 per hour; maximum 28 hours per week. 2. Official transcripts required prior to employment (if applicable). 3. Recommend hire will be subject to pre-employment screenings. 4. Triton College is an AA/EOE.

Quicklink for Posting https:

//jobopenings.triton.edu/postings/2404 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). Required Documents Required Documents Resume Optional Documents Cover Letter