Job Announcement List Title:
Financial Aid Coaching Specialist (Student Outreach Advisor) (Two) at Central Washington University

Post Date
1/25/2023

Expiration Date
2/24/2023

Details:
In support of recruitment and retention efforts, has conversations with students, parents, high school staff, and Admissions staff about Financing higher education. Work with high school staff and local community organizations to develop and implement financing college workshops and seminars including financial aid and scholarship application nights. Assess and assist student progress toward financial aid application completion with follow up, encouragement and coaching.

All employees are expected to support CWU`s commitment to diversity and to bring and support inclusion into the university environment.

Don`t meet every single requirement? At CWU we`re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you`re excited about this role but your experience doesn`t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. This may be the job for you!


Qualifications:
Required:

Demonstrated expertise in public speaking and engagement

Ability to independently generate and foster lasting relationships in support of higher education

Experience interpreting, explaining, and applying laws, regulations, and complex policies for multiple or highly specialized programs

Demonstrated willingness and/or experience working with students and/or co-workers from a wide range of abilities, backgrounds and experiences

Valid Washington State Driver`s license and ability to travel throughout assigned geographical area

OR applicable combination of education and/or experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the essential functions of the position.


Preferred:

Bi-lingual in predominate non-English language in assigned geographical area

Comprehensive understanding of state and federal Financial Aid programs

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software familiarity

Work experience in or exposure to post-secondary education

Life experiences that demonstrate an ability to contribute to CWU`s commitment to inclusion and diversity

Demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for students in support of CWU`s mission and vision through various activities

Comments:
Full time.

For complete position description, requirements, application info, & to apply online, visit: https://careers.cwu.edu (Job ID 5374 Yakima and 5375 Pierce County).

Screening begins 2-2-2023. CWU is an EEO/AA/Title IX/Veteran/Disability Employer.

Employer:
Central Washington University
Contact:
Alice Fulleton

Address:
400 E University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926

Work Phone:
5099633099

Email:
Alice.Fulleton@cwu.edu

Website:
https://careers.cwu.edu