SOUTH GEORGIA COLLEGE

Job Description

 

Working Title:         Administrative Assistant for Financial Aid

Job Classification:    Office/Clerical    

FLSA Exemption:     Non-Exempt

Department:              Financial Aid

 

Purpose:

Responsible for advising students and the public regarding financial aid and managing and maintaining the records pertaining to financial aid.

 

Nature of Work:

Essential Functions

  •  Advises students and the public regarding financial aid records.

  •  Manages student financial aid records.

  •  Updates information in the financial aid computer system.

  •  Responds to telephone and mail inquiries concerning financial aid.

  •  Determines accuracy of certain documents and interpretations of these documents.

  • Determines student eligibility for certain types of financial aid.

  • Reports to work as scheduled by immediate supervisor.

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    Exceptional Functions

     

    Required/Desired Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

  •  Knowledge of modern office methods, procedures, and equipment.

  • Some knowledge of current institution, Regents, state and federal regulations pertaining to the collection, maintenance, and release of information.

  • Ability to successfully meet the public; to create a favorable impression; and to establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees.

  • Ability to communicate orally, read and perform written and oral instructions, and to establish rapport with students and the general public.

  • Required/Desired Education, Experience and Necessary Qualifications:

  • High School diploma required, Associate Degree with emphasis on business or secretarial science desired; two years working experience within an office environment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

  • Supervision:

     

     The Assistant Assistant reports to the Director of Financial Aid.