What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Aid Specialist position at Southwest Virginia Community College?
Posting Summary
Working Title
Financial Aid Specialist
Role Title
Education Support Spec III
Role Code
29144-SW
FLSA
Nonexempt
Pay Band
04
Position Number
29400047
Agency
Southwest Virginia Community College
Division
Southwest Virginia Community College (Div)
Work Location
Tazewell - 185
Hiring Range
$42,905 to $43,477
Emergency/Essential Personnel
No
EEO Category
E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time
Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 7:45a to 4:30p.
Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Some evenings and weekends may be required.
Sensitive Position
No
Job Description
Southwest Virginia Community College (Southwest) 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 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 Financial Aid Specialist. The Financial Aid Specialist is responsible for assisting in the financial aid process for students in a timely, accurate, and professional manner that positively impacts college operations. This position coordinates with the Federal Work study program by hiring, placing and tracking federal work study students. The position will be responsible for evaluating financial aid options that are available to a student and determine which available funding would maximize the student’s financial aid resources.
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
- Combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate Degree in Accounting, Management, or related field.
- Professionalism essential to deal with the public effectively.
- Knowledge of the PeopleSoft SIS modules of Financial Aid.
- Knowledge of VCCS financial aid policies and procedures.
- 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 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.
- Ability to maintain a high level of ethics and confidentiality in performance of all job duties.
Additional Considerations
- Experience in a higher education financial services area
Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes
Supervises Employees
Yes
Required Travel
Some travel is required.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
CLS_3681P
Recruitment Type
General Public - G
Number of Vacancies
1
Position End Date (if temporary)
Job Open Date
03/21/2025
Job Close Date
04/06/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website
Contact Name
Human Resources
Email
human.resources@sw.edu
Phone Number
276.964.7339
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:
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit
To be considered for this position, you must complete the full state application. Please visit
Additional Information
For more information, please see the Opportunity Profile.
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.
Salary : $42,905 - $43,477
