Financial Aid Advisor MnSCU Academic Professional 1

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Working Title:

Financial Aid Advisor MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Institution:

Northland Community and Technical CollegeMnSCU Academic Professional 1

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

East Grand Forks

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

Job Description

This position exists to serve as the college expert to review, research and evaluate all documents relevant to determine eligibility and awarding large amounts of Federal, State and institutional funds to college students. The incumbent will serve as the primary contact and resource in the financial aid office for all new and returning student.  The incumbent is responsible for verification of eligible non-citizens.  The position will adhere to all Federal, State, and Institutional Financial Aid Regulations.

• Serve as college resource liaison regarding all financial aid programs, policies and procedures, providing advising to the college, community, students and parents. Researching information to ensure accurate and timely information is provided within state/federal policy and guidelines.
• Responsible for certification or origination of federal and all alternative loans college-wide.
• Manage Cohort Default Prevention program.
• Serve as a Backup Veterans Certifying Official.
• Verification of Eligible Non-citizens
• Complete 150% calculations for students that are requested by the Director of Financial Aid and other staff.  
• Maintain accurate financial aid files for application and award ensuring compliance with Federal verification requirements for individual financial aid student files.
• Ensure efficient operations of EGF financial aid office.
• Maintain and coordinate all digital imaging responsibilities in the financial aid office on EGF campus.

Salary Range:

23.98 - 34.69 USD Hourly

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience working in a post-secondary education setting or completion of an Associate’s Degree or the equivalent of a two year diploma.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills (written and oral) in order to communicate effectively with students, employees without supervision or review
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of private information according to procedures, rules, and statutes.
• Computer knowledge, proficiency and understanding with the ability to remain up-to-date with the many software programs utilized in the administration of financial aid.
• Ability to work closely with the public and be able to clearly inform students and parents of the financial aid process.
• Willing to work as part of a team
• Physical Demands (sitting for extended periods of time)

Preferred Qualification 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting or human service related field
• Experience working in Financial Aid
• Knowledge of student financial aid programs
• Knowledge of state and federal financial aid rules and regulations
• Ability to follow directions, to take corrective criticism, to get along with coworkers and supervisors
• Able to handle stressful situations with the highest level of professionalism consistent with excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and faculty and the ability to deal tactfully with diverse populations in a positive, courteous and helpful manner.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision

Other Requirements

** Must submit Resume & Cover Letter . **

Applicants that do not submit the required application materials will not be considered.

(upload documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section of the application)

In accordance with the Minnesota State’s Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MinnState’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

NOTICE: The college regrets that it is unable to offer H-1B sponsorship. The successful candidate under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations must be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Days/ Weekdays

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Northland is a comprehensive two-year community & technical college with campuses in East Grand Forks and Thief River Falls, MN. We are united as one college to increase educational access, support student success, strengthen partnerships, and advance equity in the communities we serve.

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• 12 paid holidays each year

• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

• Fertility care, including IVF

• Diabetes care

• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children

• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children

• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)

• Employer paid life insurance

• to provide support for your family in the event of death

• Short-term and long-term disability

• insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury

• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care

• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc.  We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

05-20-2026

Position End Date:

05-21-2026

Open Date:

04-17-2026

Close Date:

05-04-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Kari Beito

Posting Contact Email:

kari.beito@northlandcollege.edu