Northeast Iowa Community College
Student Services Assistant - Financial Aid
Northeast Iowa Community College, Peosta, Iowa, United States, 52068
Overview
Position Title: Student Services Assistant - Financial Aid
Posting Number: S00508
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
Work Schedule:
Salary: $17.79/hour
Campus/Center: Peosta
Location:
Position Summary This position will be a primary contact for financial aid, providing information on the financial aid process to students, parents, faculty and staff. Working in a fast-paced, high-energy, one stop Student Services Office that provides comprehensive admissions, financial aid, career services, counseling, records and registration services to new and continuing students with a high level of accuracy and exceptional customer service. Utilize strong problem solving and communication skills to assist students with a wide range of enrollment services questions.
Responsibilities
Supports in-person and virtual student services with a strong focus on customer service, accuracy, and quick response time for students, parents, community members, and staff.
Communicates and corresponds with new and continuing students to provide guidance and resolve situations or challenges related to admissions, financial aid, career services, counseling, records, and registration.
Schedules and organizes appointments for a large staff team across the NICC district with accuracy and efficiency.
Assists students directly with navigating web resources (FAFSA, Master Promissory Note, Loan Entrance Counseling, Student eForms, etc.) to complete the financial aid process from initial application to final award.
Informs students and families of the availability of federal, state and institutional financial aid and the eligibility requirements.
Provide administrative support for financial aid processing in compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as institutional policies.
Responsible for electronically processing incoming paperwork and performing regular follow-up via email, text or phone calls.
Enters and maintains student-related information in various software tools and related systems including GSuite, Ellucian Colleague (Student Information System), SoftDocs (Electronic Files and Forms), and CRM systems.
Handles confidential or sensitive information with discretion and in accordance with student privacy policies.
Assist with student outreach efforts.
Work independently to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload and recommend changes in office practices or procedures to improve efficiency.
Schedule, organize, and complete special projects for members of the department as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum of one year of post-secondary education in Administrative Assistant area with one year of relevant work experience or two years of related post-secondary education.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Essential Functions Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Proficiency in managing multiple tasks, prioritizing responsibilities, and safeguarding confidential information within a complex environment. Technology proficiency with Microsoft and GSuite. Ellucian Colleague experience is beneficial. Strong written and oral communication skills and competent proofreading skills. Knowledge of office practices and procedures. Ability to work effectively with a diverse student, staff and community population.
Open Date Open Date: 09/11/2025
Close Date Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Specific Questions
* Please provide the last four digits of your social security number. (Open Ended Question)
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
NICC Website
Posting at NICC
IowaWorks
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Indeed.com
HigherEdJobs.com
Local Newspaper
Other
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* If you answered the referral question with "Other", please provide. Enter N/A if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)
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Posting Number: S00508
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full Time
Work Schedule:
Salary: $17.79/hour
Campus/Center: Peosta
Location:
Position Summary This position will be a primary contact for financial aid, providing information on the financial aid process to students, parents, faculty and staff. Working in a fast-paced, high-energy, one stop Student Services Office that provides comprehensive admissions, financial aid, career services, counseling, records and registration services to new and continuing students with a high level of accuracy and exceptional customer service. Utilize strong problem solving and communication skills to assist students with a wide range of enrollment services questions.
Responsibilities
Supports in-person and virtual student services with a strong focus on customer service, accuracy, and quick response time for students, parents, community members, and staff.
Communicates and corresponds with new and continuing students to provide guidance and resolve situations or challenges related to admissions, financial aid, career services, counseling, records, and registration.
Schedules and organizes appointments for a large staff team across the NICC district with accuracy and efficiency.
Assists students directly with navigating web resources (FAFSA, Master Promissory Note, Loan Entrance Counseling, Student eForms, etc.) to complete the financial aid process from initial application to final award.
Informs students and families of the availability of federal, state and institutional financial aid and the eligibility requirements.
Provide administrative support for financial aid processing in compliance with federal and state regulations, as well as institutional policies.
Responsible for electronically processing incoming paperwork and performing regular follow-up via email, text or phone calls.
Enters and maintains student-related information in various software tools and related systems including GSuite, Ellucian Colleague (Student Information System), SoftDocs (Electronic Files and Forms), and CRM systems.
Handles confidential or sensitive information with discretion and in accordance with student privacy policies.
Assist with student outreach efforts.
Work independently to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload and recommend changes in office practices or procedures to improve efficiency.
Schedule, organize, and complete special projects for members of the department as needed.
Qualifications
Minimum of one year of post-secondary education in Administrative Assistant area with one year of relevant work experience or two years of related post-secondary education.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Essential Functions Attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential. Proficiency in managing multiple tasks, prioritizing responsibilities, and safeguarding confidential information within a complex environment. Technology proficiency with Microsoft and GSuite. Ellucian Colleague experience is beneficial. Strong written and oral communication skills and competent proofreading skills. Knowledge of office practices and procedures. Ability to work effectively with a diverse student, staff and community population.
Open Date Open Date: 09/11/2025
Close Date Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Specific Questions
* Please provide the last four digits of your social security number. (Open Ended Question)
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
NICC Website
Posting at NICC
IowaWorks
AccessDubuqueJobs
Indeed.com
HigherEdJobs.com
Local Newspaper
Other
* If newspaper, please provide name/town of newspaper. Enter N/A if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)
* If you answered the referral question with "Other", please provide. Enter N/A if not applicable. (Open Ended Question)
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