Student Financial Aid Specialist

Central New Mexico Community College; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a Financial Aid Technician to assist students and families with navigating the financial aid process. This role provides information on programs, helps complete applications, verifies eligibility, and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations.

The position maintains accurate records, processes awards, and offers guidance on responsibilities and options.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of related experience preferred.
• Higher degree may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Performs and coordinates daily activities of assigned financial programs with staff and outside agencies to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and institutional policies.
• Reviews and processes student scholarship applications and supporting documentation for participation in financial aid programs and monitors scholarship deadlines.
• Ensures applications comply with federal and state regulations and institutional policies.
• Evaluates student academic records for satisfactory progress to determine continuing eligibility for financial aid programs.
• Utilizes student funds management system for entering, auditing and accessing data.
• Assists with other processes within Enrollment Management and Student Success.
• Serves as an operational resource to other staff and students and provides information about student financial aid.
• Ensures compliance with all Title IV regulations regarding aid eligibility.
• Assists with workshops and/or presentations to students and parents on financial aid information.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years related experience

Job description

Central New Mexico Community College is seeking a Financial Aid Technician to assist students and families with navigating the financial aid process. This role provides information on programs, helps complete applications, verifies eligibility, and ensures compliance with federal and state regulations.

The position maintains accurate records, processes awards, and offers guidance on responsibilities and options.