<p> 7662 Chanute Street NE Moses Lake, WA 98837-3299 509.793.2008 POSITION OPENING FAX 509.762.6355 TDD 509.762.6335 TOLL FREE 1.877.745.1212 http://www.bigbend.edu [email protected]</p><p>#16-18 April 22, 2016 FINANCIAL AID ADVISOR Full-time, exempt position </p><p>SALARY: $45,000 for a full-time, 12-month renewable contract (pro-rated for first year). </p><p>BENEFITS: Big Bend Community College provides a robust benefits package. The benefits, programs, and services offered are a sizable amount of an employee’s overall compensation and an important factor in encouraging a healthy work-life balance at BBCC. Our package includes health, vision, and dental insurance for the employee and dependents; life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance; participation in the SBCTC Retirement Plan; and generous leave benefits to include: 11 paid holidays, 24 vacation and 12 sick leave days per full contract year. </p><p>START DATE: As soon as possible following the interview process.</p><p>DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: Open until filled. First Review of Applications will begin May 13, 2016 at 12:00 noon. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so your prompt response is encouraged.</p><p>BIG BEND COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS COMMITTED TO INCREASING ITS CULTURAL DIVERSITY AMONG PROFESSIONAL STAFF. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE MEMBERS OF PROTECTED GROUPS TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.</p><p>Big Bend Community College is a rural community college located in the sunny, central part of Washington State and accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Big Bend Community College is designated a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and serves approximately 5,000 students annually, with an annualized FTE of approximately 2,100, in a 4,600-square-mile service district including 15 communities in Grant and Adams Counties and the Odessa School District in Lincoln County with on-site and online instruction. </p><p>POSITION SUMMARY: The Financial Aid Advisor works closely with the Director of Financial Aid to administer all forms of student aid, to include federal, state, and BBCC financial aid programs. This position will coordinate communication efforts to prospective and continuing students and to residents of the service district both on and off campus. This position works closely with all members of the financial aid team as well as the departments of Admission/Registration and the Business Office.</p><p>The Financial Aid Advisor reports to the Director of Financial Aid and acts as the Director in the absence of the Director of Financial Aid. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Primary essential duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:  Advises students, parents and others in regard to all aspects of financial aid programs offered, including application procedures, FAFSA/WASFA completion, eligibility requirements and responsibilities associated with the acceptance of aid.  Understands and applies knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations as well as BBCC financial aid policies and procedures. Independently exercises professional judgment concerning individual student circumstances to analyze, calculate aid eligibility and award financial aid.  Manages all aspects of State Need Grant, College Bound, and other state grant programs. Reviews regulations and recommends policy and procedure changes to maintain compliance. Monitors and reconciles expenditures. Completes and submits the State Need Grant Interim Report. Responsible for downloading files from the Washington Achievement Council to check eligibility for College Bound and State Need Grant status.  Conducts student interviews to resolve data discrepancies, explains program requirements and services available. Refers students to additional college and community support services.  Evaluates appeals for reinstatement of aid due to extraordinary circumstances. Makes the final decision on appeals for reinstatement. Prepares reports on the status of the program. Ensures database is current.  Coordinates outside scholarship program to include processing and reconciling scholarship expenditures. Develops and maintains scholarship database. Assists students with scholarship questions.  Helps students with understanding and setup of the HigherOne card. Reviews reports and works with the Business Office to resolve any issues related to HigherOne processes.  Works with the director on the development and implementation of BBCC financial aid policies and procedures.  Coordinates the communication efforts of the Financial Aid Office to students, parents, and the community. Prepares and presents financial aid information at events on and off campus. Works closely with BBCC webmaster to release pertinent information to social media outlets.  Develops and maintains positive and effective working relationships with staff, students, parents, faculty, and external contacts.  Represents the college at professional and community organizations. Participates in related professional conferences and in service activities. Participates in college activities and serves on committees.  Ensures that additional accountabilities, as may be required, be handled in a manner necessary to meet the standards of the institution.</p><p>OTHER WORK RESPONSIBILITIES:  Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.  Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies. This includes, but is not limited to: security and safety, understanding of MSDS, equipment, infection control, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics.  Ensures compliance with college policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.  Conduct self in a professional manner and ensures the interaction with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive to the college’s values.  Perform additional duties and responsibilities as may be required. </p><p>COMPETENCIES:  Possesses a strong desire to build and maintain positive relationships with colleagues and students.  Employs effective critical thinking skills; seeks resources for direction when necessary. Performs independent problem solving. Decision-making is logical and deliberate.  Performs actions that demonstrate accountability. Exercises safe judgment in decision making. Practices within legal and ethical guidelines.  Possesses demonstrated leadership experience and the ability to take initiative.  Comfortable with using technology to reach students and increase efficiency.  Communicates effectively orally and in writing, including the ability to engage in one-on-one settings and in public forums.  Exercises effective problem-solving abilities, especially in cases requiring quick action and resolution.</p><p>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution.  Ability to use computers and spreadsheets, database and word processing software such as Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.  Excellent customer services skills.  Ability to work independently as well as be a part of a team of dynamic professionals.  Ability to effectively present information in large or small group settings. Ability to respond to questions from students, parents, or the general public. Ability to create visual aids to enhance presentations.  Demonstrated cultural competency skills and commitment to working collaboratively and cooperatively in a diverse, multicultural environment. </p><p>DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:  Two years’ experience working in higher education, including one year related to student financial aid.  Financial aid experience in the Washington State Community and Technical College System.  Previous experience with SBCTC applications including FAM, Student Management System (SMS) and Financial Management System (FMS) cashiering software; U.S. Department of Education web based software, including EDExpress; FAAccess; National Student Loan Data System software; Common Origination and Disbursement and EdConnect. Understanding of the HigherOne Refund process.  Working knowledge of social media outlets such as Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and Instagram.  Knowledge of Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).  Demonstrated ability to utilize sound judgement and make independent decisions. Must possess excellent analytical skills.  Previous experience working with PeopleSoft applications.  Previous experience working with confidential records and/or information.  Fluency in an additional language(s).</p><p>PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:  Perform moderate physical effort, lift/carry up to 25 lbs., unassisted.  Ability/endurance to stand/walk for prolonged, extensive or considerable time.  Occasional reaching/stooping/bending/kneeling/crouching.  Able to work flexible hours, including occasional weekends and evenings, in order to complete tasks on deadline.  Ability to communicate using verbal and/or written skills for accurate exchange of information with faculty, staff, professionals, students, and the public.</p><p>APPLICATION PROCEDURE: In order to be considered, all applicants must submit all of the following application materials:  Completed and signed BBCC employment application form.  Cover letter that specifically addresses how the candidate meets the stated minimum and desirable qualifications.  Current resume.  Copies of transcripts from all degree-granting institutions – degree must be verified on transcript copies (upon contract, official transcripts will need to be submitted).  Reference page including 3-5 professional references.  Attach a Diversity Statement that addresses the following: please provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background, or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Big Bend Community College (max 1 page).</p><p>Incomplete application packets will not be forwarded to the Screening Committee for consideration.</p><p>Application materials must be downloaded from our web site (*see instructions below). All application materials must be received in the College Human Resources Office. Application materials can be faxed or e-mailed to the Human Resources Office. All application materials become the property of BBCC and will not be returned or photocopied.</p><p>The BBCC Employment Application and Information for Federal and State Reporting Purposes Form may be downloaded from the BBCC website www.bigbend.edu. There is also an Information for Federal and State Reporting Purposes Form online that you can voluntarily complete and turn in.</p><p>For further information, contact the BBCC Human Resources Office, Building 1400, and 7662 Chanute Street NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837-3299, 509.793.2008 or e-mail: [email protected]. Office hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Friday.</p><p>SPECIAL NOTES: All persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.</p><p>Big Bend Community College provides a drug free, healthful, safe and secure work environment in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988.</p><p>Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact Human Resources at 509.793.2008 or via email at [email protected].</p><p>Big Bend Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, pregnancy, pregnancy status or families with children, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C, honorably discharged veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, use of trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Questions regarding the college’s affirmative action policies may be directed to: Kim Garza, Vice President of Human Resources and Labor/Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Big Bend Community College, Human Resource Office, 7662 Chanute St NE, Moses Lake, WA 98837, 509.793.2010.</p><p>Big Bend Community College is a smoke free agency in accordance with state law.</p><p>Employment is contingent upon favorable background check.</p>