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Financial Aid Assistant

  2025-10-23     Western Nevada College     Carson City,NV  
Description:

Thank you for your interest in employment with our institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

  • Once you start the application process, you cannot save your work. Please ensure you have all required attachment(s) available to complete your application before you begin the process.
  • Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact:

Human Resources
...@wnc.edu
(775) ###-####
2201 West College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89703

Job Description

This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool. As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Staff the front desk and assist students/visitors coming in with professional manner.
  • Assist students file for the FAFSA and other types of Financial Aid including scholarships.
  • Answer phones, greet students, take messages, and participate in department meetings when needed.
  • Scan, Shred, Copy, Fax, Sort Mail, Keep Office Clean / Organized, etc.... And any other duties assigned.
  • Participate and attend Orientations/ other outreach events when needed.
  • Update and maintain spreadsheets to track students for various projects.
  • Maintain confidentiality (FERPA).
  • Complete trainings and other assignments as assigned.
  • As training continues, duties may increase with demonstrated knowledge.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must have an interest in working with students and have a professional positive, and caring attitude.
  • Requires good communication, computer, and organizing skills.
  • Knowledgeable with the Microsoft applications
  • Must answer phones and talk with students in person regarding their financial aid questions.
  • Self-motivation, problem solving skills, and the ability to work well with others.
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Able to work well independently and with others.
  • Excellent Customer Service skills.
  • Reliable.

Compensation:

$15 an hour

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
48.8%

Required Attachment(s)
  • Resume

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

Newly hired faculty must assure that their official transcript is sent by the degree granting institution(s) to Western Nevada College, Human Resources Office within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment.

Academic degrees must have been awarded by regionally accredited institutions.

Employment is contingent on the completion of appropriate background verification, which may include criminal history, credit history, sex and violent offender registry, education verification, licensure, and employment history to be administered by the Western Nevada College Human Resources office.


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