Financial Aid Specialist II

Montana Tech•Butte, MT

20d•$19

About The Position

Do you love working with and helping people? The Financial Aid office is looking for a new team member with an analytical mind and great attention to detail. You will help manage student employment and communicate information about financial aid with faculty, staff and students. This work is an integral part of the entire campus. You will have the opportunity to learn all facets of financial aid, not just the responsibilities of your specific job, keeping the work varied and interesting. Our location with the Enrollment and Business Services offices fosters a true teamwork environment. Your communication style should be effective yet personalized to the level of understanding for the students or individuals you’re working with. We are looking for a person who enjoys learning and will not be intimidated by frequent changes in financial aid regulations. If you feel you are a good match with this opportunity, apply now so we can learn more about you. This organized and detail-oriented person will participate in the timely and accurate distribution of financial aid by executing the following duties:

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Customer service experience
Demonstrated ability to complete detail-oriented tasks with a high level of accuracy
Exemplary interpersonal communication skills – written and oral
Must be eligible for access to federal aid databases, meaning cannot be in default on any federal loans

Nice To Haves

Related work experience in an educational or financial setting
Experience with financial aid policies and procedures
Experience with Ellucian Banner

Responsibilities

Analyze information and make final determinations in specialized areas of student financial aid packages such as: Developing work study packages
Monitoring work study earnings to verify accuracy of funding paid
Enter student aid data into Banner with attention to detail and confidentiality
Maintain confidential hard copy and electronic files
Provide exemplary customer service and expert guidance to students/families on available financial aid programs, eligibility criteria, and application procedures
Stay informed about federal and state financial aid regulations

Benefits

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.
Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.