Financial Aid Assistant - Part Time

Broward College; Central Campus (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Broward College is seeking a part-time Financial Aid Assistant to support the Central Financial Aid Advising department. The role helps students and families navigate the FAFSA process and related applications, ensuring confidentiality and accurate document handling.

Responsibilities include information provision, document scanning, and outreach events to promote FAFSA completion, with a flexible schedule and a focus on high-quality service to a diverse student body.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• One year office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides information on the financial aid process to current and prospective students/parents.
• Assists students in completion of the FAFSA application and other FA applications while maintaining confidentiality.
• Scans submitted documents into the college system.
• Participates in outreach events to promote FAFSA completion.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Computer literacy

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description Summary under general supervision this position performs general office support for the financial aid department which involves routine and similar clerical duties requiring general knowledge of basic office systems and procedures in a high-volume area. The primary purpose of this position is to assist students and parents through the financial aid process. The incumbent will perform a variety of clerical functions/processes that are designed and directed by technical professional staff. Limited independent judgment is needed. This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans’ Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation at the time of submitting application. For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

Minimum Education: High school education or an equivalent required. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Minimum Experience/Training: One year office experience preferred.

Essential Functions:

• Daily- 20%: Provides information on the financial aid process to current and prospective students/ parents.
• Daily -20%: Assists students in completion of the FAFSA application and other FA applications while maintaining confidentiality.
• Daily -20%: Scans submitted documents into the college system.
• Daily -20%: Participates in outreach events to promote FAFSA completion
• Other, as Needed -20%: Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Contributes as a team member
• Strong computer and customer service skills
• Frequently acts in a helping or assistant mode
• Standard computer and telephone skills
• Some positions may require additional telephone communication skills
• Ability to work with a diverse population of student, faculty and staff

Our Culture – At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Position Time Type Part time Position Number P0022948 Department Financial Aid Advising - Central Salary Range $14.50 per hour Posting End Date Open Until Filled Work Schedule Monday – Friday/Weekends/Varies

Designated Essential Personnel No Special Instructions to Applicant:

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the required background screening process. Broward College 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.

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other legally protected classification.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact the Talent and Culture Department at [e-mail].

At Broward College, we offer an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to: Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan Wellness Program Vacation/Paid Time Off Winter and Spring Break Off Paid Parental Leave Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members.

Broward College is an equal opportunity employer. The College strongly encourages applications from eligible veterans and spouses of veterans, underrepresented groups, including minorities, women, and persons with disabilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.