Technician, Financial Aid

At Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC), we are dedicated to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative individuals to join our mission‑driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work‑life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well‑maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence.

At GTCC, you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

The jobholder performs moderately complex record‑keeping duties associated with the processing, reconciling, reporting, and analysis of payments made under federal and state financial aid programs. This includes authorizing payment of direct educational expenses and excess funds payments to students from federal, state, and local monies within governmental rules and regulations; calculating and authorizing the return of Title IV and state grant funds for withdrawn students;

monitoring and reporting over payments to the Department of Education; and notifying the college finance office and students of any resulting debt.

Min Salary: $40,172.55

Mid Salary: $45,194.12 – Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Associate Degree in accounting or a related field from a regionally accredited institution (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field from a regionally accredited institution (Preferred)

• No experience required (Required)
• One or more years of accounting or financial aid office experience (Preferred)

• Proficient use of PC for spreadsheets, word processing, email, and internet.
• Skilled in maintaining accurate and auditable financial aid records.
• Skilled at applying federal, state, and college regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision.
• Capable of working in a team environment both within the department and throughout the college.
• Ability to readily adjust to change.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exhibit discretion and sound judgment in decision‑making.
• Excellent math skills, with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Ability to maintain effectiveness under pressure.

• Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations.

• Ethics
• Safety/Shooter on Campus
• Personal Information Protection Training (PIP)
• Anti‑Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
• Other training as determined applicable.

• Resume
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Transcripts (Optional)
• Letter of Recommendation (Optional)
• Other (Optional)