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Financial Aid Liaison

Virginia Western Community College
$42,905 - $56,000
United States, Virginia, Roanoke
Dec 11, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Summary


Working Title Financial Aid Liaison
Role Title Education Support Spec III
Role Code 29144-SW
FLSA Nonexempt
Pay Band 04
Position Number 286R0282
Agency Virginia Western Community College
Division Virginia Western Community College (Div)
Work Location Roanoke (City) - 770
Hiring Range $42,905 - $56,000
Emergency/Essential Personnel No
EEO Category E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Sensitive Position No
Job Description
Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.

Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400
enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses.

Virginia Western Community College ( VWCC) is accepting applications for a Financial Aid Liaison position in the Financial Aid Office. The Financial Aid Liaison specializes in Pell Grant support and is responsible for assisting Pell-eligible students throughout the financial aid process, ensuring they receive the necessary guidance to access and maintain their financial aid. This non-exempt position focuses on providing personalized support, improving student retention, and enhancing financial literacy among Pell Grant recipients.

This is a restricted, classified position dependent upon the conditions of the SCHEV Pell Boost Initiative grant. The position is funded through June 30, 2028.
Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

  • Knowledge of student barriers and current evidence-based solutions
  • Experience working with diverse individuals and groups
  • Strong interpersonal skills and effective problem-solving skills
  • Excellent customer service skills, including the ability to effectively follow up and follow through
  • Knowledge of and sensitivity to the needs of individuals from underserved populations
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and work effectively with multi-cultural populations that support diversity, cultural understanding and inclusion
  • Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks; work in a demanding, fast-paced environment with changing priorities; and adhere to required timelines meeting work priorities and objectives
  • Demonstrated proficiency using Office 365, Google Suite, and related applications
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Desire to learn and grow as a professional
  • Ability to track program outcomes, set measurable objectives, and work toward those targets
  • Flexibility to work during evening and weekend hours as needed to meet project deadlines and organizational goals.

Additional Considerations

  • Demonstrated experience in higher education areas such as financial aid, academic/career coaching, or advising
  • Experience using technology platforms such as EAB Navigate, PeopleSoft SIS, & Canvas


Operation of a State Vehicle No
Supervises Employees No
Required Travel
No
Posting Detail Information


Posting Number CLS_3453P
Recruitment Type General Public - G
Number of Vacancies 1
Position End Date (if temporary) 07/01/2028
Job Open Date 12/11/2024
Job Close Date 01/03/2025
Open Until Filled
Agency Website www.virginiawestern.edu
Contact Name Lindsey Weston
Email hrapps@virginiawestern.edu
Phone Number 540-857-7305
Special Instructions to Applicants
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information
Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

TheVCCSis anEOEand Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCSuses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/79826
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