Financial Aid Coordinator; CS

Financial Aid Coordinator (CS26-042)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Financial Aid Coordinator (CS26-042). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands‑on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by the SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

• Administer benefits for veterans, including Illinois MIA/POW, ING, IVG, VA Chapter 33, and ROTC scholarships.
• Apply tuition and fee waivers and stipends.
• Assist with the Monetary Award Program.
• Receive and process athletic scholarship agreements/contracts and changes of awards while resolving over‑awards.
• Receive and process aid cancellations, notify students of the right to appeal, handle appeals if applicable, and cancel aid when necessary.
• Keep current on NCAA rules and regulations.
• Answer financial aid questions on phones and at the counter as needed.

FLSA:
Non‑Exempt

Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:

• College coursework in any discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
  • 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
  • Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
  • 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
  • Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
• Work experience coordinating office, business, or customer service/relations activities.
• One (1) year (12 months) of higher education, student services, or closely related experience.

To be considered, applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the required qualifications. Please ensure your resume and/or application materials explicitly address the qualifications so we can easily assess your eligibility.

Civil Service Information: Civil Service Application – FAQs

Application Instructions: How to Apply – Step by Step

Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois . Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 0053 – SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB
22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the Guide for Veteran Document Verification.

External candidates receiving a job offer must undergo pre-employment screening, including a criminal background check. For safety-sensitive positions, a drug screen will also be required.

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