Financial Aid Advisor I - Outreach

Job Title

Financial Aid Advisor I - Outreach

Agency

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department

Financial Assistance

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs.  As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

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PURPOSE

The Financial Aid Advisor I, under direction, counsels and provides student financial aid and scholarship information to perspective and currently enrolled students and families. Assists in facilitating workshops and learns to make presentations on and off campus to groups regarding financial aid and scholarships. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

FUNCTIONAL AREA 1: ADVISING STUDENTS

PERCENT EFFORT: 45%

• Review and process repacks

• One on One advising in person and virtually

• Perform other duties as assigned

​FUNCTIONAL AREA 2: OUTREACH EVENTS

PERCENT EFFORT: 30%

• Visit all area high schools throughout Texas

• Conduct presentations at all University events

• Organize financial aid events

• Travel with Admissions staff for recruiting events

FUNCTIONAL AREA 3: AWARD FINANCIAL AID

PERCENT EFFORT: 25%

• Process awarding for pending FAFSA applications

• Make adjustments to financial aid offers

•  Perform other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS / WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree

• Additional experience may be considered as a substitute for the minimum education:

  • Associate’s degree and two (2) years of related experience

• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook)

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others

• Oral and written communication skills

• Customer Service skills

• Ability to work individually or as a team

• Ability to organize and make decisions

• Ability to relate well with a various student population

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

• Experience in higher education

• Financial Aid experience

• Banner, Student Information System experience

• Workday experience

• Laserfiche experience

BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and re