Study, Peer Financial Coach

Position: Work Study, Peer Financial Coach

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Department: Financial Aid Admin

Location: Metropolitan Campus

Reports To: Campus Director, Fin Aid & Schlrshps

Recruitment Type: Internal

Requisition : req
6262

Employment Type: Student

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: DAYS TO BE DETERMINED BY HIRING MANAGER AND STUDENT



Job Description :

Peer Financial Coaches (PFCs) serve as first-tier financial aid representatives to assist students with navigating Financial Aid processes at the College. This can include applying for various financial aid programs, navigating My Tri-C Space and Blackboard, and applying for public benefits. PFCs will also assist the Student Financial Aid and Scholarships (SFAS) office in performing outreach activities, such as campus events, website review, and outbound phone calls.

PFCs are expected to become adept at learning and understanding financial aid programs and public benefit options to help meet a wide range of student needs, including:

• Completion of Financial Aid Applications and Documents (FAFSA, Scholarships, Verification Forms, SAP Appeals)
• Department Outreach (Campus Events, Workshops, Financial Literacy)
• Assist with SFAS Services
• Other department and office duties as assigned
• Minimum GPA of 2.0 and maintain semester enrollment of at least 6 credit hours
• Maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to follow directions with attention to detail
• Proficient Computer and Technology Skills (Microsoft Office, Internet, Software Programs, etc.)
• Ability to work as part of a team
• adhere to college’s confidentiality policy;
• successfully pass background check

Number of Openings (1)

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure .

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Finance and Sales
• Industries Higher Education

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