Financial Aid & Student Services Coordinator

Columbia College; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia College in Columbia, SC invites applications for a Full Time Financial Services Assistant. You will support the Financial Aid team by handling data, coordinating office logistics, and ensuring smooth daily operations for students and families.

As the first point of contact, you will greet visitors, answer calls, manage emails, and assist with events like Financial Aid Awareness Day, while supervising student workers and maintaining a welcoming office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Prior administrative experience in a college or financial aid setting is preferred.
• Strong computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Review, record, and upload student aid documents for awarding and disbursement.
• Greet and assist students, parents, and visitors professionally.
• Answer calls, handle inquiries, and direct messages to staff.
• Plan and coordinate Financial Aid events and college-wide activities.
• Distribute mail and documents to the correct staff.
• Supervise student workers and support office workflow.
• Assist with office supplies, inventory, and special projects.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

EdConnect

PowerFAIDS

Jenzabar

ELM

FSA Online

Job description

Columbia College in Columbia, SC invites applications for a Full Time Financial Services Assistant. You will support the Financial Aid team by handling data, coordinating office logistics, and ensuring smooth daily operations for students and families.

As the first point of contact, you will greet visitors, answer calls, manage emails, and assist with events like Financial Aid Awareness Day, while supervising student workers and maintaining a welcoming office environment.