Staff Assistant, Part Time (Financial Aid) at SUNY Broome Community College

About SUNY Broome Community College:

SUNY Broome Community College is a comprehensive community college located in the scenic Southern Tier of New York. The College has over 7,700 students annually, and services over 6,100 students per semester in Liberal Arts, Business & Professional Studies, Health Sciences, and Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programs. An additional 1,600 students are served through the College's workforce and non-credit programs.

Job Description:

SUNY Broome's Financial Aid Office is currently seeking candidates for a part-time, temporary position for Staff Assistant who will report to the Assistant Director of Financial Aid/Operations and the Assistant Vice President for Human Resources and Student Finance, providing key support to the Financial Aid Office.  The successful candidate must have strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills, and possess attention to detail and the ability to coordinate multiple projects.  Fluctuating workload and tight time constraints will place high demands for service in this position.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Verifies student/parent information on the FAFSA in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Calculates and awards federal and state grants as well as processes student and parent federal loans based on individual student eligibility.
• Ensures that there is no discrepant data by developing familiarity with tax forms, verification worksheets, and other required documents and reconciling discrepancies by communicating with students, parents, and spouses to clarify data.
• Assists in reviewing and updating Federal, State, and Local Compliance rules and regulations.
• Represents Student Financial Services at Student Open Houses, Orientations, workshops, High School Nights, and seminars.
• Assist in the navigation of various Federal, State and Local Applications for Student Aid

The successful candidate will possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse college faculty, staff, and students.  Candidates comfortable in a learner-centered environment and committed to the community college mission are encouraged to apply.

Requirements:

A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or the equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Additional training and education in the applicable administrative field is desirable.

One (1) year of experience working in an educational institution or in a related administrative function desired.

Human Services experience, financial experience, or additional experience with any of the functional responsibilities of the position preferred.

Additional Information:

The hourly rate for this position is $24.38

Offers of employment will be conditional based upon the results of a satisfactory, required pre-employment Standard Background Check.

SUNY Broome Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to enhancing the diversity and inclusion of the campus community and curriculum. The institution is committed to promoting an environment of equity, inclusion, and respect for others. SUNY BCC is committed to the diversity of its community. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Instructions:

For full consideration, application materials must be received no later than Monday, August 26, 2024.  SUNY Broome will continue to review and consider applications until this position is filled.  Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the name, address, and phone number of three (3) references to:

URL: www1.sunybroome.edu/about/employment/