Trinity Valley Community College
Human Resources 
100 Cardinal Drive - Athens, TX 75751

Vacancy Announcement

Title:

Student Financial Aid Assistant

Location:

Athens Campus                             

Salary:

Application Deadline:

November 25, 2008 or until filled

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED.  Associates Degree or equivalent office work experience preferred.  Three (3) years of office work experience required.  Two (2) years of office work experience required if candidate possesses an Associates Degree.  Experience in a community college setting preferred.  Experience with academic advising a plus.  Data entry/computer skills required, knowledge of and experience with word processing programs (i.e. MS WORD) and spreadsheets (i.e. MS EXCEL) required.  Knowledge of and experience with scanning/imaging programs preferred.  Knowledge of and experience with basic office equipment.  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  Ability to organize, set priorities and maintain records.  Must have good public relations skills and the ability to work well with other employees.

Prepare and maintain all records pertaining to VA.  Provide VA information to students and parents.  Resolve problems with VA checks.  Assist veterans with any changes in paperwork or programs.  Insure the correct and proper processing of VA paperwork.  Complete all student financial aid transcripts and forward them to the proper agency/institution.  Maintain records on Pell grants for incarcerated students.  Enter incarcerated financial aid information into the computer.  Manage Departmental and Donor Scholarships.  Assist student financial aid personnel when necessary.  Assist Director of Student Financial Aid and Veterans’ Services in preparation of forms, reports, or any paperwork necessary.  Other duties as assigned by appropriate supervisory personnel.

Physical Requirements:

To Apply:

Submit TVCC application, resume, and transcripts of all college work to Human Resources, Trinity Valley Community College, 100 Cardinal Drive, Athens, TX 75751.  All documentation must be received on or before the application deadline.  Applications will be reviewed after the application deadline and selected applicants will be contacted for interviews. 

Note:

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires we employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. New employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment (see form I-9).  No one will be placed on the College payroll until all employment procedures are fully satisfied. Information contained on this vacancy announcement is subject to correction as a result of typographical error, omission, or changes resulting from institutional restructuring and/or funding.

Trinity Valley Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution which provides educational and employment 
opportunities on the basis of merit and without discrimination or harassment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.

If special accommodations are needed, please call Human Resources.