Part-Time, Financial Coach (Grant-Funded)

Category:: Part-Time Hourly Subscribe:: Department:: Enrollment Management Locations:: North Branch, NJ Posted:: Feb 7, 2025 Closes:: Open Until Filled Type:: Per Diem Ref. No.:: PT Financial Coach Position ID:: 185446 About Raritan Valley Community College: Ranked by WalletHub.com and Intelligent.com as the 1 community college in New Jersey, Raritan Valley Community College has been serving as an academic and cultural center for Somerset and Hunterdon County residents for over 50 years. The College has been nationally recognized for its service to the community, environmental stewardship, and commitment to diversity. It is home to a Planetarium, Science Education Institute and 3M Observatory; a Theatre offering professional performances for all ages; and an Honors College for high achieving students. The College offers more than 90 associate degrees and certificates, as well as career training and professional development courses. RVCC is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg, NJ. For further information, visit www.raritanval.edu. Job Description: Under the direction of the Financial Aid Director, the Student Finance Coach assists prospective students in all pre-enrollment aspects of the financial aid and finance/bursar processes by providing accurate information regarding funding and payment. In addition, the Student Finance Coach/Advisor services current and former students by providing superior customer service, Financial Aid processing, loan counseling, and payment options. Essential Duties: Counsels and advises students about financial aid eligibility, application procedures, aid programs, costs, indebtedness, loan management and financial planning; individualizes information to the particular needs and situation of the student. Answers questions, inquiries or requests from students, regarding financial aid programs and eligibility as well as Alternative Funding Sources. Able to evaluate and resolve student inquiries, issues, and problems and ensure that the appropriate action is taken to the satisfaction of the student. Maintain telephone coverage during assigned shift and be available to answer inbound calls from students and internal customers. Assist students in all aspects of the financial aid process via telephone or e-mail by delivering accurate, up-to-date information in a calm, polite, professional demeanor. Be able to advise the student on Loan/Grant Eligibility Status and provide guidance/follow up where resolution is needed. Be able to provide student with information on how to review the student bill and provide students with their bill via student email. Be able to provide student with information on how to review the term bill. Be able to provide student with information on how to navigate the Financial Aid and Finance tiles in Lion's Den. Be able to assist the students with completing necessary Financial Aid documents by providing guidance in a calm, professional manner. Be able to provide accurate information regarding student's Financial Aid by referencing to training materials. Act in compliance with Federal and Institutional regulations. Acquire, enter, edit, and update Student Data in various internal and external systems. Attend required training sessions. Follow all Standard Operating Procedures, FERPA & GDPR regulations. Assists the business to maintain higher enrollment conversion rates by providing exceptional customer service to our students. Meet assigned productivity goals. Perform all other duties as assigned. Requirements: Associate's degree required. Strong Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills. Strong service-oriented individuals. Work hours vary at different times of the year. Responsible for representing the College at evening and weekend events. Preferred Qualifications: Bilingual - Spanish. 1-2 years Financial Aid experience. Bachelor's degree. Previous experience in recruitment, admissions counseling or a related area is preferred. Additional Information: Position is in-person on our campus in Branchburg, NJ. Monday - Friday from 11am - 3pm. Physical Demands: Requires sitting, standing, bending, kneeling and/or crouching, walking, and climbing. Looking at and utilizing dual computer monitors. Occasionally move and lift up to 50 pounds. Responsible for representing the College at evening and weekend events. Application Instructions: As a New Jersey First Act Employer, new employees must establish a primary residence in New Jersey within one year unless an exemption applies. RVCC's starting salary is commensurate with educational qualifications and experience. We also offer an attractive benefits package. For consideration of the above position, please submit your cover letter and resume online, by clicking the "apply now" button. We regret that we are unable to respond to each and every resume received. Only those candidates of interest will be contacted directly.

Location: Branchburg, NJ, US

Posted Date: 3/14/2025