Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs in Boulder, CO

DEPARTMENT: Student Services

REPORTS TO: Director of Financial Aid

SUPERVISES: Work-study students as needed

FLSA: Exempt X FACULTY______ APT __ COACH _____

TRAVEL: Travel to our Craig Campus will be an expectation of this position

SALARY: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 / year

Excellent benefit package including retirement and health insurance is available

SICK LEAVE: 10 hours per month PERSONAL LEAVE: 15 hours per year

COLLEGE-WIDE ___X____CAMPUS: __X __RANGELY _ __CRAIG

ABOUT COLORADO NORTHWESTERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE:
Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) fosters educational excellence and student
success, prepares students for local and global citizenship, anticipates and responds to the needs of
surrounding communities, and contributes to evolving regional economic development. CNCC is a
small, rural community college located in Northwest Colorado with campuses located in Rangely, CO
and Craig, CO. CNCC offers an exceptional experience to employees with outdoor activities, wildlife,
and small rural communities.

The College has various unique programs including Aviation Technology (Flight), Aviation
Maintenance Technology, National Park Service Academy and the Paleontology Plan of Study. We also
offer great opportunities for our students in Nursing, Dental Hygiene and Automotive Technology. The
college provides AA, AS, AAS, and certificate programs so students have excellent choices in their
degree plans.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Financial Aid Technician will play a critical role in our Student Services Department by
administering student loan, work-study, and grant programs for students. The Financial Aid Technician
position must effectively work with the Director of Financial Aid to administer financial aid programs in
support of the mission and vision of CNCC to ensure access and support progression and performance of
our students. These responsibilities require strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail and the ability
to work with a diverse student population, as well as an aptitude for administering financial aid
programs to ensure compliance with all FERPA and Federal Title IV regulations.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
1. Assist students with Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Disseminate and clarify

information to current and prospective students and their families concerning all available financial
aid programs, application processes, eligibility, scholarship applications and status.

2. Will assist the Veteran’s Administration (VA) Rep./School Certifying Official (SCO) for CNCC in
Veteran matters pertaining to Veteran’s Education Benefits. Duties will include, but not be limited
to:

• Explaining CNCC’s eligible programs to current/incoming Veterans
• Collecting Veteran Education Benefit paperwork
• Assisting Veterans with CNCC’s Certification process
• Attending VA Office Hours

3. Coordinate, facilitate and host FAFSA nights at local area high schools.
4. Coordinate with the Admissions Office for campus visits with all prospective students.
5. Assist students set up their Bank Mobile accounts as needed.
6. Keep current on federal, state, CCCS, and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures.
7. Assist the Director with ensuring students are not over awarded.
8. Contact students if any additional information is needed and assist the student with completion of the

FAFSA and verification paperwork.
9. Manage document tracking and storage for financial aid in compliance with federal and state

regulations and institutional policy.
10. Disseminate information to students about their FAFSA and financial aid.
11. Handle highly sensitive information and confidential records and materials in compliance with

federal and state regulations and institutional policies.
12. Meet with third party vendors regularly to discuss student loan repayments.
13. Responsible for assisting students with Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Financial Aid

appeals.
14. Will meet with all students who are interested in work-study opportunities and discuss qualifications

with potential students.
15. Participate in meetings, workshops, and conferences to maintain and advance professional

development.
16. Perform other tasks of a similar nature or level as assigned.

ESSENTIAL/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
This job requires any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, abilities, education, and/or
experience as indicated below:
Education & Training

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year paid, full-time experience in financial aid and/or customer service.

Licensure/Certification
• Valid Colorado driver license

Equipment & Skills
• Computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office Suite
• Telephone
• Copy Machine/Scanner

Other qualifications
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills
• Strong belief and record of personal and professional integrity
• Commitment to professional development and equity
• Must have excellent work attendance

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s Degree in Business & Administration, or other related field.
• Two (2 ) years of experience and or knowledge of financial aid.

• Experience with Banner
• 9 (nine) to 12 (twelve) months customer service experience

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

All interested and qualified applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume and three letters of
recommendation, along with a completed Colorado Northwestern Community College application for
exempt employment to the Department of Human Resources.

Colorado Northwestern Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Colorado Northwestern Community College prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment
including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and
Occupational Education Board Policy 19-60.

The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic
origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information,
gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and
activities. Colorado Northwestern Community College will take appropriate steps to ensure that the lack
of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational education
programs.

The College has designated Jennifer Rea, Associate Director of Campus Life, as its Title IX/EO
Coordinator and Brett Caskey, Vice President of Student Services, as its ADA/Section 504/Title II with
the responsibility to coordinate its civil rights compliance activities and grievance procedures. If you
have any questions regarding Title IX/EO please contact Jennifer Rea, at (970) 675-3229 or
jennifer.rea@cncc.edu and for questions regarding ADA/Section 504/Title II please contact Brett
Caskey at 970-675-3213 or brett.caskey@cncc.edu. Reasonable accommodations are available. To
request a reasonable accommodation, please contact Angela Miller, Executive Director of Human
Resources, at 970.675.3235 or angela.miller@cncc.edu.

You may also contact the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Region VIII, Federal
Office Building, 1244 North Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204, telephone (303) 844-3417.

Title IX/EO Coordinator
Name: Jennifer Rea
Address: 500 Kennedy Drive, Rangely, CO 81648
Phone: 970.675.3229

Deputy Title IX Coordinator
Name: Zachary Stevenson
Address: 500 Kennedy Drive Rangely, CO 81648
Phone: 970.675.3312

Deputy EO Coordinator
Name: Angela Miller
Address: 500 Kennedy Drive Rangely, CO 81648
Phone: 970.675.3235

ADA/Section 504/Title II Coordinator
Name: Brett Caskey
Address: 500 Kennedy Drive, Rangely CO 81648
Phone: 970.675.3213