Financial Aid Specialist

Salary : $48,664.00 Annually

Location : Waco, TX

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 00492

Division (Department) : Finance & Administration

Department (Division) : Financial Aid

Opening Date : 11 / 03 / 2025

LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES :

Communications : We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence : We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness : We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity : We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People : We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

• POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION :

The Financial Aid Specialist plans, organizes, and coordinates financial aid programs within assigned areas of responsibility. This position oversees the College's scholarship programs, facilitates student worker employment opportunities, and ensures effective coordination with other departments, colleges, and external organizations to support student success. This position receives general direction from the Associate Director of Financial Aid and exercises no supervision.

NOTE : This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

SELECTION CRITERIA :

The cover letter should address how the following knowledge, skills, and abilities were acquired :

Knowledge of : 1. Federal, state, and institutional rules, regulations, and procedures governing student financial aid programs; 2. Students' rights, responsibilities, and obligations related to financial aid; 3. Scholarship, grant, and work-study program administration; 4. Standard office practices, procedures, and recordkeeping methods; 5. Customer service principles and effective communication techniques; Skills in : 6. Providing excellent customer service and support to students, parents, and staff; 7. Communicating clearly and professionally, both orally and in writing; 8. Operating computers and using various software applications, including Microsoft Office and financial aid management systems; 9. Managing multiple priorities and maintaining accuracy in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; Ability to : 10. Interpret and apply complex financial aid regulations and guidelines accurately; 11. Adapt to changes in rules, regulations, and technology to ensure continued compliance; 12. Plan, organize, and implement assigned responsibilities with attention to detail; 13. Work effectively and respectfully with students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds; 14. Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion; 15. Establish and maintain cooperative and productive working relationships across departments and with external partners.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Minimal Hazard / Exposure-Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls are in place to assure health and comfort.

QUALIFICATIONS :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

Education : Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Experience : More than one year of work experience

Special Requirements : Must be in good standing on all Federal Student Loans

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Experience : More than one year of work experience in a Financial Aid or Higher Education setting

APPLICATION INFORMATION :

Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE : Finalists may be asked to participate in an in-basket exercise. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit .

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS :

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment.

McLennan Community College offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.