Financial Aid Advisor and State Aid Coordinator

Financial Aid Advisor And State Aid Coordinator

This position serves as the program manager for our state aid programs. It provides financial aid advising to prospective, new, and current NHCC students to assist with academic success, persistence, graduation, and transfer. This position assists the Director in administering federal and state financial aid programs. This position will meet with students, parents, and community members to promote awareness of financial assistance. This position participates in awarding and verification processes. This position will correspond with various government agencies and perform other duties as assigned. This position will participate in outreach activities both on campus and in the local community.

Salary Range : $23.98 - $34.69 hourly ($50,070 - $72,433 annually)

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree or two years of experience working with federal and state financial aid programs. Superior interpersonal and communication skills are required to maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Strong customer service skills and the ability to interact with a wide variety of people. Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations and technical requirements. Experience working with a diverse population of students, staff, and faculty. Experience working collaboratively as part of a team and on an organization-wide basis. Possess presentation skills to promote and represent the college effectively. Personal computing / technology skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office software; experience with and comfort utilizing multiple types of technology to provide advising services.

Preferred Qualification

Bachelor's degree. Five years of experience coordinating federal and state financial aid programs. Experience in counseling, career, or academic advising. Proficient in a foreign language. ISRS experience. Experience with data collection and analysis using Access. Experience using student service database programs, Department of Education software, and web-based programs. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of college student development and various learning styles. Experience working for a state two-year community college.

Other Requirements

Application must include : Cover Letter and Resume.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work) : Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 8 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm Tuesday 9 : 30 am - 6 : 00 pm. Teleworking : Option to work up to two days per week, depending on the department's needs.

About

Why Choose NHCC? Choose to work at North Hennepin Community College (NHCC), and you will be joining a vibrant and diverse professional community that believes in the power of education to change lives. NHCC welcomes its students and values its employees. NHCC has a rich tradition of excellence in teaching and learning. Founded in 1966, the college is a respected, thriving comprehensive community college with a strong history of liberal arts education and career programs. NHCC is one of the largest and most diverse community colleges in the state of Minnesota. NHCC is a member of Minnesota State, which is the fourth-largest system of state colleges and universities in the United States and the largest in the state, with 26 colleges, 7 universities, and 54 campuses. Offering more than 70 academic programs to over 7,000 students, NHCC prepares students to transfer or for immediate entry into the workforce. The thriving campus is also home to a wide variety of student clubs and organizations supporting a largely part-time student body with co-curricular and recreational activities. Join our NHCC community and help us create opportunities for students to reach their academic goals, succeed in their chosen professions, and make a difference in the world.

Benefits Information

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work / life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date : 11-24-2025. Position End Date : . Open Date : 10-22-2025. Close Date : 11-04-2025. Posting Contact Name : Michelle Lynn Kiffmeyer. Posting Contact Email : michelle.kiffmeyer@.