Northern Michigan University Careers

Position Title: Financial Aid Technician

Department:  Financial Aid

Term of Assignment: Continuing

Term End Date, If Applicable:             

FLSA Status:   Non-Exempt = overtime eligible

Work Schedule: Traditionally Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm with occasional evening and weekend work required.

Salary: Targeted salary range: $38,640-$41,500

Travel: No travel

Brief Statement of Duties

Brief Statement of Duties: Provide support to the Financial Aid Office in the day-to-day operations of the financial aid software system and to administer specific programs of the University’s Financial Aid Office including eligibility determination, record maintenance and reporting.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Associate's Degree

Discipline/Degree Area: 

Required Specialized Training/Certifications: 

Required Minimum Work Experience:  Bachelor’s Degree and one year of experience working in a Financial Aid Office OR an Associate’s Degree and three years of experience working in a Financial Aid Office
One year experience working with a computer supported financial aid system and/or Federal Title IV COD and EDE systems.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Attributes Required for Satisfactory Performance of the Position Duties: 

Experience and skill in counseling students, parents and/or the community. Positive customer relations and ability to work with diverse populations.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Possess a working knowledge of computer applications in a PC/software systems environment.
Skill to work with programs that are highly regulated and require attention to detail.
Excellent record keeping abilities.
Proficient with basic accounting principles.
Ability to accurately and efficiently perform required computerized tasks to include any combination of word processing, spreadsheet, database, e-mail, internet, or web-based applications.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

Additional Desirable Qualifications: 

Financial Aid Office experience at a counselor level or above.
Experience administering financial programs that require exceptional organizational skills.
Master's Degree in related field.
Experience working with SCT Banner.

Other

Special Instructions to Applicants: Submit application, cover letter, resume and references.

Contact Information:  Erica Nelson, HR Generalist, 906-227-1087

NMU is an equal opportunity employer.