Location: Boston, MA Category: Professional Staff Posted On: Tue Feb 4 2025 Job Description:
Maintains a caseload of students, which includes performing needs analysis according to FM, completing verification, requesting additional documentation for conflicting information, determining academic progress and other responsibilities related to the financial aid process.
Reviews Satisfactory Academic Progress appeals and academic plans to determine student aid eligibility.
Counsels/advises students and parents relating to financial aid application procedures, available resources, eligibility guidelines, regulations, loans, and special circumstances.
Participates in the awarding, disbursement, and reconciliation of all Title IV and state programs.
Acts as a liaison to and supports operation of BHCC Student Central one stop office.
Review cases of special conditions to determine whether these cases warrant the application of professional judgment.
Interacts with various agencies/individuals to coordinate student benefits and financial aid.
Conducts workshops regarding the financial aid application process and procedures for new and renewal applicants.
Assists in the continued development of the financial aid computer system and integration of all college, federal, and state systems.
Serves on various department, division, and college committees.
Additional duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Psychology or closely related field; with three (3) years experience and/or training involving college admissions, academic advisement, career development, or program/project management; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Preferred Requirements:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of federal and state student aid policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of federal and state aid management systems.
Proven ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, staff and student population.
Ellucian Colleague experience.
Additional Information: Salary Range: $70,929.00 - $76,416.00 Actual Salary Will Be Commensurate With Education and Experience in Accordance with MCCC/MTA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Full state Benefits. Grade: 5, Unit Professional position Review Date: February 18, 2025 Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience has prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position. Please note that as a condition of employment, the final candidate will undergo Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background screenings in accordance with state regulations. The results of these screenings may impact the hiring decision.
