Satisfactory Academic Progress And Work Study Coordinator

Salary: $3,376.00 - $4,497.00 Monthly
Location : Yakima, WA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 24-035
Division: Student Services
Opening Date: 03/19/2024
Closing Date: 4/2/2024 11:00 PM Pacific
Description
Yakima Valley College is one of the oldest community colleges in the state of Washington. Founded in 1928, the college has a long tradition of quality in teaching and in its commitment to students.
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students' learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for an innovative Coordinator - Satisfactory Academic Progress & Student Employment - Financial Aid Department. This is a full-time classified position, beginning salary is $3,376 per month for 40 hours per week, with periodic increments up to $4,497, plus a full state benefits package.
Reporting to the Director - Financial Aid, the Coordinator - Satisfactory Academic Progress & Student Employment is located within the financial aid office and provides coordination, financial aid advising, and support services to students who need to work through the process of documenting their extenuating circumstances to regain their eligibility. This position also oversees federal and state Work Study allocations to promote student engagement and retention through employment opportunities throughout the college campus.
The Coordinator carries responsibility for ensuring accountability of funds, tracking outcomes, monitoring budgets and meeting reporting requirements for assigned funding programs. This position supports student success by advising students through Work Study eligibility and professional development, establishing academic plans that consider students remaining eligibility along with academic work needed to complete degree requirements.
The Coordinator requires the ability to use a computer for prolonged periods of time, ability to work in an open office setting and to work with frequent in-person interaction and numerous interruptions; work under pressure, handle multiple tasks and prioritize competing demands. This position requires significant use of professional judgment.
Essential Tasks
ESSENTIAL TASKS:

• Manages process for evaluating Satisfactory Academic Progress for all current and perspective financial aid applicants.
• Maintains written policy and process that meets federal, state, and institutional requirements for continued aid eligibility.
• Manages communications to students, system generated or manual, to inform them of rights, responsibilities, and resources.
• Exercises professional judgment in evaluating individual student circumstances and establishing parameters of academic plan that will move student into compliance with regulations. Collaborate with Curriculum and Faculty Advisors, Instructors, and Administrators to act in the best interest of students.
• Manage federal and state Work Study budgets to promote student employment across institution.
• Report program data to federal and state agencies. Analyze program results for continuous improvement to programs and in support of enrollment, retention, and graduation.
• Create partnerships with departments across campus to promote increased student employment in areas that will provide student with experience relevant to their field of study to extent practicable.
• Provides information and technical assistance to program participants, staff, and outside entities regarding program content, policies, activities, and recommends alternative courses of action; promotes the program with outside organizations and resources.
• Identifies all potential sources of student financial aid and related support resources; Processes applications and guides students through the use of the ctcLink Student Homepage. Potential sources of aid may include federal, state, private, and institutional student aid
• Participates in office processing and customer service work involving coverage of phones, front desk, file review, verification, and awarding.
• May direct the work of other.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, AND
  
• Demonstrated experience in excellent customer service, OR
  
• Equivalent education/experience

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  
• Demonstrated communication skills, both verbal and written
  
• Strong technology skills, particularly as they relate to e-communications and data management Expressed interest in working with diverse student populations and the public.
  
• Bilingual written and verbal skills in English and Spanish
  
• Three years' experience in student services at a college or university

ABILITY TO:

• Communicate clearly in both verbal and written formats.
  
• Provide effective presentations through public speaking.
  
• Learn and incorporate new technology and all its functionality.
  
• Think critically, be proactive, and take initiative.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Financial aid programs, regulations, and rules pertaining to the exercise of professional judgment.
  
• Important processing dates that determine when tasks must be completed.
  
• Impact of role on enrollment management and student success.

Supplemental Information
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
• A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
• Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
• Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire.
• Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.

Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Those applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670.
Yakima Valley College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 509.574.4610.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.
Insurance Benefits
Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Please refer to the for more detailed information.
Paid Leave and Other Incentives
In addition to the benefits above, full time classifed employees can accrue up to 25 days of vacation, 12 sick days, and 3 personal days each year. Full time employees are also able to take advantage of waived tuition, scholarships and other professional development opportunities.
Contact our Human Resources team with any additional questions you may.