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Financial Resource Advisor

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Posted : Wednesday, August 07, 2024 01:25 AM

Position Summary Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about helping others learn, dedicated to serving students, and committed to the principles of equity and social justice.
Western believes that serving the full breadth of our student and co-worker populations requires cultural competency and enthusiasm for diversity of all kinds.
We recognize the intersectional nature of discrimination and are committed to counteracting these biases and eliminating the effects they have had on our students, co-workers, and communities.
If you are a motivated individual who can contribute to excellence in teaching, learning, social justice and equity, please consider this employment opportunity at Western.
Summary of Position: Provide financial advising services to current and prospective students using a variety of communication methods.
Collaborate with college staff to support student success by connecting them to resources, support the implementation of student financial resource programs and provide technical assistance with awarding and tracking of financial aid awards.
This is a hybrid eligible position that would allow for 1 day a week working from home after the training period.
Essential Functions 1.
Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect.
Regular attendance is required.
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Perform office function’s which may include, but are not limited to: respond to internal/external customers and staff; create and modify documents, records, and reports using College standard software; maintain hard copy and/or electronic filing system; monitor inventory and budget information; schedule, coordinate, and prepare materials for meetings and/or appointments.
3.
Complete all required College training and responsible for maintaining the skills necessary to complete the essential functions of the position as defined by the department.
4.
Student Success is the cornerstone of Western’s culture and the college may assign employees as needed to other areas or additional duties to foster this success.
5.
Financial Advising Services - Supporting Action/Task May Include: Engage in personal advising sessions via in person, phone, email or Zoom to assist students and parents through the entire financial aid process, provide emergency assistance and/or develop a financial plan Refer students to the appropriate on-campus and external resources by determining student needs for services Monitor caseload in order to maintain or increase number applying for and completing the FAFSA and other financial aid documents, including collaboration with career coaches for a proactive approach to assisting students with financial aid needs Provide front counter customer service as needed 6.
Program Management - Supporting Action/Task May Include: Provide programming to students, parents, and faculty on financial resources (financial aid, emergency funding, and financial literacy) Document and communicate with appropriate departments emergency funding awards Responsible for data collection, recording, and maintenance for student financial services Maintain a close working relationship college-wide for the timely processing of student awards Provide first choice service to external and internal stakeholders 7.
Technical Support - Supporting Action/Task May Include: Document funding from federal, state, scholarship, social services and related agencies and financial institutions to facilitate the student eligibility process (3rd party funding) Determine types and amounts of financial aid to be awarded through the packaging process according to federal, state and institutional requirements Process Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and Americorps information and update Fin Aid System with funding amounts Assess and resolve issues with data imports and documentation Determine and nominate tribal funding (BIA and WIG) Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: • Associate degree in related field OR • Education combined with appropriate occupational experience in related field totaling 2 yrs OR • Occupational experience in related field totaling 2 yrs.
Preferred Qualifications: • Associate degree in Accounting, Business Management, or Finance • 2 years’ experience in related field Special Instructions/About Western This position reports to: Manager - Financial Aid Resources & Planning Services Starting annual salary range based on education and experience: $21.
95 - $27.
45 This position would include competitive salary, along with a wide variety of benefits available to full-time Western Technical College Employees.
These benefits include: health, dental, life, retirement - Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), voluntary vision, supplemental Allstate insurance (accident, critical illness and cancer), pet insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health & dependent care, employee assistance program (EAP), and tax sheltered annuity programs -457 & 403(b).
Applicant review will begin: Monday, April 22, 2024 Start Date of: May 2024 Copies of Transcripts from regionally accredited colleges or universities are acceptable during the application process (originals will be required upon hire) Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Our mission is to provide relevant, high quality education in a collaborative and sustainable environment that changes the lives of students and grows our communities.
Western is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Employer And Educator Western Technical College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.
Reasonable accommodation will be provided in the job application process to enable a qualified applicant to have an equal opportunity to be considered for a job as is provided to all Western employees.
If you want to request an accommodation please contact the EEO/AA Compliance Officer at (608)785-9274.

• Phone : (608) 785-9274

• Location : 400 Seventh St. North, La Crosse, WI

• Post ID: 9136392771


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