Part-Time Financial Aid Assistant – Campus Office

Colorado Mesa; Grand Junction, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Colorado Mesa University’s Financial Aid Office on the Grand Junction campus seeks a self-motivated student employee. You will support clerical tasks, learn financial aid processes, and help maintain accurate student records in a fast-paced environment.

You will gain experience with Banner, SLATE, and Cognos, assist with events, provide friendly customer service to students and families, and demonstrate reliability through punctuality and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interactions with students and families.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced university office environment.
• Attention to detail and reliability in clerical tasks and records handling.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic data-entry accuracy.
• Commitment to confidentiality and respectful service.

Responsibilities

• Gain foundational understanding of federal, state, and institutional financial aid processes.
• Provide clerical support, including proofreading, data entry, and general office assistance.
• Handle confidential student information and records with discretion.
• Utilize Banner, SLATE, and Cognos for daily tasks and reporting.
• Prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and maintain accuracy and completeness of work.
• Assist with on-campus events, including job fairs and student services events.
• Communicate effectively in-person, by phone, email, and text; deliver excellent customer service.
• Be punctual and maintain reliable communication about schedule changes.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Multi-tasking

Professional demeanor

Data entry

Proofreading

Customer service

Confidentiality

Tools

Banner

SLATE

Cognos

Job description

Colorado Mesa University’s Financial Aid Office on the Grand Junction campus seeks a self-motivated student employee. You will support clerical tasks, learn financial aid processes, and help maintain accurate student records in a fast-paced environment.

You will gain experience with Banner, SLATE, and Cognos, assist with events, provide friendly customer service to students and families, and demonstrate reliability through punctuality and clear communication.