Financial Aid Outreach Coordinator

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The purpose of this position is to help plan a system of outreach and recruitment services and activities for prospective students at high schools, community partners, and federal/state/local agencies that provide student services. The Financial Aid Outreach Coordinator will report to the Director of Financial Aid Services. This position will work to identify and promote College programs and financial aid opportunities to public and private organizations.

Bachelor’s degree.

One (1) year experience in higher education.

Valid Driver License with ability to obtain a Texas Driver License within 90 days of hire and be insurable by Del Mar College.

Knowledge of all federal and state financial aid programs that will include federal and state regulations as well as the ability to update our community partners of constantly changing financial aid landscape.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to lead financial aid presentations for ISD’s all over south Texas as well as on campus.

Ability to multi-task in a fast paced college environment.

Three (3) years directly related financial aid experience.

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Del Mar College is committed to fostering a culture aligned with The Viking Way, which emphasizes respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, and a commitment to excellence. Employees are expected to contribute to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, supporting colleagues and students, and engaging in continuous learning and development. In support of the College’s Strategic Plan 2024–2029, Guiding Star III :
Cultivate, all employees are encouraged to actively participate in opportunities that promote personal and professional growth, advance a culture of belonging, and strengthen the College’s ability to serve its students and community.

• Help plan a system of outreach and recruitment services and activities for prospective students at high schools, community partners, other College departments, and federal/state/local agencies that provide student services.
• Assist prospective students with the financial aid process; provide information and assistance to prospective students regarding general program information, advising, admission, orientation, testing, financial aid, transfer of transcripts, special populations assistance, etc.
• During peak times, assist with processing financial assistance files, advising students and parents in the financial aid process, work late evenings and weekends on occasion, disseminate financial aid information at orientation and various financial aid workshops, and work the lines in the financial aid office when necessary.
• Assist the financial assistance office during peak time with processing financial aid files and follow up with prospective students with all of their financial assistance needs such as; FAFSA completion, special circumstances, verification, dependency overrides and institutional/private scholarship search. Assist the Director of Financial Aid Services in the development of brochures/handouts and compile information for future…