We are currently seeking a Financial Aid Assistant to join our Student Services team.
Job Overview :
Reporting to Coordinator, Student Financial Assistance this position is responsible for responding to student inquiries and provide guidance and advice regarding student awards and financial assistance programs; review student applications for awards and financial assistance; process student information and data related to Financial Aid Assistant and government financial assistance programs.
Education and Experience
- A minimum 2 years of post-secondary education - bachelor's degree preferred - accompanied by a minimum of 2 years related experience in a post-secondary setting.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated experience working with student awards and financial assistance programs inclusive of ABESAP / AUG, government student loans and grants.Demonstrated customer service experience in a fast-paced complex setting dealing with sensitive situations calling for the use of empathy, diplomacy and tact in the delivery of information.Demonstrated ability to communicate patiently and effectively with a diverse range of people and situations.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Demonstrated working knowledge of the Student Banner system, or a similar student records system (e.g. Colleague, PeopleSoft).Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel) at an Intermediate level.Minimum of 35 wpm keyboarding skills with an error rate of less than 10%.Aptitude for exacting and precise work; must be detail-oriented.Excellent organizational skills, demonstrated ability to problem solve and ability to set priorities and multi-task.Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information appropriately.Ability to work independently, exercise good judgment and demonstrate initiative.Click here for a more detailed job description
Salary Information
Salary and wage increments are in accordance with the Collective Agreement.