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PT Financial Aid Specialist Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Posting Details
Posting Summary Working Title PT Financial Aid Specialist
Role Title Education Support Spec III
Role Code 29144-SW
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 04
Position Number 294W0208
Agency Southwest Virginia Community College
Division Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range $21.25 per hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category 5-Paraprofessionals
Full Time or Part Time Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work Schedule Up to 29 hours per week. Hours may include day, evenings, and weekends. Sensitive Position No
Job Description Southwest Virginia Community College (SWCC) offers career-training programs in numerous technical, industrial and medical fields at a reasonable cost, going so far as to even waive tuition for certain eligible students. Located in Richlands, Virginia, Southwest offers associate's degrees in such fields as business, education, general studies, liberal arts and science. These degrees are primarily intended for students who wish to transfer to a four-year university. Southwest also has associate's degrees that feature programs intended to lead directly to a career in fields such as Nursing, Radiography and Administration of Justice. Southwest Virginia Community College is seeking a candidate to fill the role of Part-Time Financial Aid Specialist. The Part-Time Financial Aid Specialist provides frontline support to students and families navigating the financial aid process. This role is responsible for delivering accurate information regarding federal, state, and institutional aid programs while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The specialist assists with application processing, document collection, and general advising to support student access, retention, and completion. This position provides support and collaboration as needed within the Financial Aid Office. Special Assignments May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications Must be a self-directed person who works cooperatively, adapts easily and quickly, accepts responsibility, ensures a high level of accuracy with attention to detail, and thrives in a high-volume environment.
Ability to run, compile, analyze, and prepare documents and reports accurately.
Ability to interact effectively with the public and perform quality work under pressure.
Ability to analyze and interpret information for reporting purposes.
Ability to effectively communicate with the public.
Ability to maintain a high level of ethics and confidentiality in performance of all job duties Additional Considerations Knowledge of the PeopleSoft SIS modules of Financial Aid.
Knowledge of VCCS financial aid policies and procedures.
Ability to utilize front-line decision-making skills in the areas of VCCS financial aid policies and procedures and the PeopleSoft SIS modules of Financial Aid Advising. Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel Some travel required.
Posting Detail Information Posting Number WGE_3175P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 05/07/2026
Job Close Date 05/21/2026
Open Until Filled No
Agency Website www.sw.edu
Contact Name Human Resources
Email hr@sw.edu
Phone Number 276-964-7333
Special Instructions to Applicants In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155 Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/95427
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (•). •Do you either reside in Virginia or are you available to work onsite at a college location in Virginia?
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Applicant Documents
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Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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Alternative Hiring Process Letter (877) 340-5577 ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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