"CGES Financial Assistance Advisor"

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position will serve as a point of contact for CGES financial services. It is a full time, non-exempt position. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Review financial aid files and award financial aid when file is complete (40%)
2. Answer questions from students and parents regarding financial aid (20%)
3. Monitor enrolled hours and adjust financial aid as needed (20%)
4. Assist CLAS students and parents as needed (05%)
5. Work with academic advisors and other campus offices (10%)
6. Other duties within the office as determined/needed (05%) 

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

NA

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:

Some college hours or degree preferred. Must have excellent customer service skills and be proficient with Microsoft Office products.  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Regularly required to sit for long periods of time, and talk or hear. Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required includes close vision. Must work on a computer for extended periods of time. Must lift, carry, and move a minimum of 10 pounds on an occasional basis. 

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Organizational Skills, Ability to Multi-task, Great Communication Skills 

OTHER INFORMATION AND ATTRIBUTES:

Occasional work for weekend events required. Periodic travel required. Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record to qualify to operate a vehicle within CMU guidelines.

Candidates should submit an application, cover letter, and resume to Human Resources. Applications and instructions are located on the website at www.centralmethodist.edu.  

CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU.  Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.