Financial Aid Assistant

Redeemer University; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Redeemer University is seeking a part-time Financial Aid Assistant to support the administration of financial aid programs. The role involves processing applications, assisting students with inquiries, and supporting the Financial Aid Manager with various tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail and a commitment to the university's mission.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Post-Secondary education is an asset.
• Understanding of Redeemer University's mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Assist in processing financial aid applications and communicating with students.
• Support the Financial Aid Manager with various administrative tasks.
• Manage appointment bookings and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry capabilities

Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma

Post-Secondary education

Job description

The Position

The Financial Aid Assistant will play a key role in supporting the administration of both institutional and government-sponsored financial aid programs for students. This includes assisting with the review, verification and processing of financial aid applications to ensure accuracy and compliance with relevant policies and regulations. The Assistant will also serve as a point of contact for students, providing information and guidance regarding financial aid processes and eligibility. In addition, the role involves supporting the Financial Aid Manager with various administrative tasks and special projects as assigned.

This is a PT position requiring 10-15 hours per week in a flexible schedule

Responsibilities

The Financial Aid Assistant will provide support in processing institutional and government sponsored financial aid for students, and assist the Financial Aid Manager in other duties as assigned.

• Institutional Financial Aid
• Assist the financial aid office in assessing, reviewing, analyzing, and making recommendations for the awarding of returning and new student financial aid.
• Duties include processing applications, reviewing eligibility criteria, ranking candidates, compiling nominations and data entry.
• Communicating with award recipients and internal departments
• Government Sponsored Financial Aid
• Support the work of the Financial Aid team in administering government sponsored financial aid, including the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
• Duties include confirming student enrolment, processing course changes, preparing fund transfer reports and data entry Annual OSAP training
• Office communications and other duties
• Assist in responding to incoming communications and questions regarding financial aid
• Manage Financial Aid appointment bookings and communications
• Support the financial aid office by doing other duties as assigned.
  
  

Preferred Skills And Attributes

• Prioritizes privacy and confidentiality
• Great attention to detail Strong data entry capabilities
• Confidence in working with Email applications, spreadsheets, and web-based information systems
  
  

Education, Training & Certifications

• High School Diploma
• Post-Secondary education is an asset
• OSAP Training (provided in-job training)
  
  

Other Requirements

• Understanding of Redeemer University (mission, values and Reformed Christian identity)
  
  

The Application Process

Applicants are requested to email their application materials (cover letter and resume) and include a statement that articulates their faith perspective and its relation to the mission of Redeemer University. A range of qualifications are evaluated including distinguishing characteristics that demonstrate congruence with our identity as a university in the Protestant and Reformed Christian tradition. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.