Financial Aid Specialist

Job Listing ID:

4490122

Job Title:

Financial Aid Specialist Application Deadline:

Open Until Filled

Job Location:

Bend

Date Posted:

05/12/2026

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Either Full or Part Time, more than 6 months You may contact this employer directly. (Obtain the contact information to print or add to your jobs.)

Job Summary:

Financial Aid Specialist Below you will find details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for this opening. To apply for this position, please click the Apply for this Job link/button. If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on the Bookmark link. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on the Print Preview link. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Position Information Position Title Financial Aid Specialist Classification Title Classified Position Number B1228PD Grade Level 16 Starting Wage/Salary $22.73 - $24.12/hour plus exceptional benefits. Wage placement is dependent on qualifications and pay equity. Close Date 05/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Open Until Filled Notes Position Type/Employee Class Classified Faculty Status Not applicable FTE 1.0 Contract Months 12 Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt Location Bend Hybrid Remote Work Eligible? No Exceptional COCC Benefits Summary

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Primary Purpose The Financial Aid Specialist supports students by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of federal and state funding programs and providing high-quality customer service. This position guides students through the financial aid process, including application and file review, and eligibility determination. The specialist also assists with various aid programs and processing of the Degree Partnership Program to support student success.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Financial Aid Processing Specialist:

Serve as a key member of the Student Financial Aid team, supporting the College's mission, vision, values, and commitment to excellence in student services. Participate in continuous improvement by giving and receiving timely, constructive feedback; adjusting workflow and tasks to support team needs. Use college, state, and federal systems/portals to manage financial aid workflows, including processing for the Degree Partnership Program and consortium agreements. Assist in administering state aid programs, including applying funds, tracking, reporting, and reconciliation. Assist with file review Perform weekly data checks to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies. Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Customer Service Specialist:

Respond to student and parent questions via phone, email and in-person interactions. Clearly communicate financial aid processes and information to prospective and current students, as well as faculty and staff. Advise students on financial aid application procedures, eligibility requirements, and available resources. Monitor department emails; track, prioritize, and respond to messages in a timely manner. Forward information for follow-up by other staff members if necessary. Identify opportunities for improving customer service and recommend process or program enhancements to support compliance and high-quality customer service. Share program information and resources with faculty, staff, and community partners. Serve on college committees and task forces as assigned. Perform other essential duties as assigned. Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The incumbent is expected to follow College work ru...

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