Financial Aid Administrative Assistant II – Student Support

Administrative Assistant II - Financial Aid

Job Description

Based on the volume of applications received this recruitment may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Under direct supervision, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Engaging with the community to provide financial aid and general college information to prospective, returning students and/or parents regarding the financial aid process.
Working with supervisors in complex situations regarding students/parents to create lasting relationships.
Reviewing documents to ensure they are complete/accurate and data entry documenting receipt.
Follow up by phone and/or email with students/parents if any documents are not legible for scanning.
Scan documents and ensure copy scanned is clear and legible before filing them into students record for further processing.
Rigorously protect student and family's personal identification and data and adhere to sound safety/security practices.
Participate in meetings and training sessions.
Committed to fostering an environment that's welcoming, inclusive, and respectful and working in a team environment.
Complete other duties as assigned.
CSN is a multi-campus environment, this position may be required to occasionally work at North Las Vegas or Henderson campuses as needed.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of clerical and administrative support experience which included experience in one or more of the following areas: maintaining records and files; preparing a variety of materials using a personal computer or word processor; assisting customers in completing forms and applications; and/or performing secretarial duties in support of professional staff; OR one year of experience as an Administrative Assistant I in Nevada State service;

OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Financial Aid or high-traffic Student Service area preferred.

Weekly

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Starting Salary

Classified Grade 25 Step 1 - $42,636.96

This position is contingent upon ongoing and available funding.

Per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC 284.170), salaries for initial appointments for classified positions typically begin at Step 1.

The College of Southern Nevada offers a generous benefit package, including an excellent 19.25% PERS retirement plan (a defined benefit plan), vacation & sick leave benefits, 12 paid holidays, educational benefits, and health insurance plans that can be added with flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts. Supplemental options (long term care, short term disability, and legal). Tuition discounts at the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) institutions.

As well as tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents. Perks encompassing on campus employee discounts, professional and personal development opportunities; and statewide employee purchase programs. Join a dynamic team investing in our future, Students First.

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

To be considered for this position, please upload the following documents to your application:

Resume - List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.
Cover letter
Unofficial College Transcripts (optional) - If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the job posting.

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