Financial Aid Programs Specialist

Palomar College; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance fully paid for employees and

4 medical plans

Vacation, sick leave and 25 paid holid

Life/accident insurance policy

Long-term care insurance

EAP – Confidential counseling

CalPERS participation

Job summary

Palomar College is seeking a Financial Aid Analyst to evaluate student applications for grants, loans, scholarships and to communicate aid options to students and families. You will research program requirements and maintain records for programs such as Palomar College Scholarship Program, Cal Grant, Dream Act/AB 540, and Federal Work Study.

Under general supervision, you will analyze eligibility, assist with program coordination, and contribute to timely, compliant financial aid processing

Qualifications

• Five years of experience involving student financial aid processes.
• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes and evaluates student applications and supporting documentation to determine eligibility for financial aid programs.
• Provides information to students, parents, faculty, staff and the public on available financial assistance opportunities.
• Maintains detailed financial and statistical records and coordinates assigned financial aid programs.

Skills

Student financial aid processes

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Palomar College is seeking a Financial Aid Analyst to evaluate student applications for grants, loans, scholarships and to communicate aid options to students and families. You will research program requirements and maintain records for programs such as Palomar College Scholarship Program, Cal Grant, Dream Act/AB 540, and Federal Work Study.

Under general supervision, you will analyze eligibility, assist with program coordination, and contribute to timely, compliant financial aid processing