Financial Aid Resource Specialist

Job title:

Financial Aid Resource Specialist

Company

Durham College

Job description

About Durham College:Durham College (DC) is a leading post-secondary institution that supports students to develop career-ready skills for the ever-changing job market. With a focus on experiential learning, led by expert faculty, through field placements, applied research, co-ops and other hands-on opportunities, DC grads are known for having the skills and knowledge they need to adapt to the ever-changing workforce.A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Durham College offers a wide range of market-driven programs across multiple disciplines, including culinary management, farming and horticulture, business, IT, construction and trades, science and technology, health care, engineering, social and community services, media, art and design.Our modern campuses in Oshawa and Whitby offer 145 programs – including six honours bachelor’s degrees and 11 apprenticeship programs – to more than 13,700 full-time post-secondary and 2,300 apprenticeship students. In addition, more than 14,600 students participate in professional and part-time learning. More than 110,500 alumni represent the college, both locally and around the world.A forward-looking organization committed to collaboration, innovation and sustainability, Durham College is ranked annually as one of the GTA’s Top 100 employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and has been recognized as a Top 50 Research College in Canada, 10 times.DC has an estimated annual economic impact of more than $913 million on Durham Region and is proud to be an active and engaged member of the communities we serve by contributing resources and expertise to enhance social and economic well-being through partnerships, investments and collaboration.POSITION INFORMATION:Full-time Support Staff Position: Opportunity Initiatives & Opportunities Position (Appendix K, see collective agreement) September 2024 to August 2025
Department: Financial Aid and Awards
Hours: 35 hours per week (1) one hour lunch; Mon – Fri (8:30 am – 4:30 pm; occasional evenings and weekends required)
Reporting To: Director, Financial Aid and Awards
Campus Location: Oshawa and WhitbyDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Under the direction of the Director, Financial Aid & Awards, the incumbent helps create an inclusive educational environment by addressing financial barriers for current and future DC students. The Financial Aid Resource Specialist provides individual coaching on financial aid and academic matters, supporting enrollment and retention by guiding students, parents, DC departments, faculties and community agencies on various financial aid programs, including OSAP, DC bursaries, scholarships, and other aid.Responsibilities include interpreting financial aid conditions, reviewing and processing OSAP applications and appeals, and developing workshops to promote financial aid programs. The incumbent represents DC positively in recruitment activities and assists students in achieving their educational goals by providing financial support, including the following.

• Enhancing Equity: The specialist works to bridge financial resource gaps, ensuring students from marginalized communities have equal opportunities for academic success.
• Advocacy and Outreach: They promote policies and initiatives to enhance financial aid accessibility and support outreach programs to raise awareness about financial aid options, ensuring more students understand that PSE is affordable.
• Navigating Complex Systems: The specialist simplifies and demystifies financial aid processes, empowering students to make informed educational decisions.
• Maximizing Resources: They help students identify and access a variety of financial aid resources, including government programs, private scholarships, and institutional aid, alleviating financial burdens.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: By analyzing financial aid data and trends, the specialist provides insights to refine and improve financial aid programs, making them more effective and responsive.
• FAA Team – Operations, Release, and Approval of Funds: The position supports the FAA team with student funding approvals and releases, handling increased applications and new government programs requiring complex approval processes.

The incumbent will conduct off-site visits and be available for occasional evenings and weekendsQUALIFICATIONS: * Three (3) year diploma or degree in Business or related

• Minimum of five (5) years experience in developing, implementing and presenting workshops for educational purposes, and experience with social media and communications i.e. website content.
• Excellent student service orientation. Candidate should remain current in financial aid policy and process and have experience in a financial aid environment including advising and coaching prospective students on financial aid programs, money management and financial literacy.
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with sensitive and confidential information, meeting AODA and FIPPA compliance, and in assisting and advising potential/current students and other clients from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds.
• Should conduct ongoing research and other professional development to ensure thorough knowledge of government, institutional, bank, and private financial aid and award programs as well as financial literacy and money management techniques and practices. Proven experience in developing, implementing and presenting workshops for educational purposes.

Required SkillsPayband: I – Starting Rate: $38.01; Four Year Rate: $44.05Required ExperienceFull-time Support Staff Position: Opportunity Initiatives & Opportunities Position (Appendix K, see collective agreement) September 2024 to August 2025Hours: 35 hours per week (1) one hour lunch; Mon – Fri (8:30 am – 4:30 pm; occasional evenings and weekends required)Please apply below by submitting your cover letter and resume to the online portal. Job Competition closes on August 9, 2024. Job competition number is SS24-84.This position is located at 2000 Simcoe Street North, Oshawa. .

Expected salary

Location

Oshawa, ON

Job date

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 07:53:21 GMT

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