Financial Aid Specialist- Return to Title IV

Posting number: 2026098

Department: VP Student & Enrollment Services

Division: Financial Aid Office

Job classification: Financial Aid Specialist- Return to Title IV

Posting type: Open

Categories: Financial Aid & Services

Summary

Provide skills and knowledge of the performance of specialized duties in the administration of student financial aid services.  Responsible for interpreting complex rules, regulations, procedures and policies to student, parents and outside entities.  Responsible for complex decisions requiring initiative and judgment in responding to individual student needs. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.

Examples of duties

Perform Return of Title IV calculations to determine amount of student financial aid earned and unearned.  Determine the dollar amount of financial aid a student must return to the College and/or to the Department of Education.  Adjust specific Title IV programs in the College Student Information system to reflect student debt on the Accounts Receivable module.
 
Prepare correspondence to student and external agencies.  Review and post Return of Title IV information from federal and state databases to ensure compliance with rules and regulations.  Stay up-to-date with federal guidelines relevant to performance of return calculations. 

Validate eligibility of Title IV aid to include verification attendance, verification for late disbursements, and post-withdrawal disbursements.

Advise students and internal departments of issues that may need to be resolved in order to continue or reinstate financial aid eligibility based on established processes and policies. Serve as a resource to other staff members. 

Assist with special projects to include determining satisfactory academic progress, workshops, and registration.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:  

1. Associate's Degree and three (3) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.

2.  Knowledge of Federal and State Student Aid Program's policies, procedures, rules, laws, and regulations.

3.  Effective communication skills.

4.  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

5.  Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and ability to manage multiple complex activities and projects.

6.  Experience working with a college or university integrated student system.

7.   Ability to be detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.

8.  Proficient computer skills, including internet navigation and Microsoft Office Suite.

9. Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials.

Special Conditions:

1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures.

Supplemental information

Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.
 
COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUME MUST BE uploaded with the application.  CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUME WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION.  TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUMES IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE.  APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUMES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.  Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted.  Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.
 
If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy. 

A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional