Financial Aid Assistant II

Agency

Department

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1400 full-time and 2000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources increased visibility and influence and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CCs beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern attractive and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

PURPOSE

The Financial Aid Assistant II assists students and their families with Financial Aid applications processing aid outreach and reporting.

DESCRIPTION

Functional Area 1: Student Support

Percent Effort: 70%

• Provides assistance and information to students and families on Federal State Institutional and Private Financial Aid programs including eligibility application procedures and debt management.

• Help students complete forms gather necessary documents and understand the application process.

• Reviews documents for completeness and accuracy

• Works with Financial Aid software and systems to manage student records.

• Enters verifies and retrieves data via computer.

• Responds to inquiries regarding Federal Financial Aid forms records procedures and policies.

Functional Area 2: Reporting and Data Management

Percent Effort: 15%

• Preparing and maintaining accurate records of Financial Aid information including student awards disbursement data and compliance reports.

• Ensure compliance with Federal State and Institutional regulations and policies related to Financial Aid.

• May evaluate or analyze a wide variety of financial aid related records of an official and confidential nature

Functional Area 3: Outreach and Engagement

Percent Effort: 15%

• May evaluate or analyze a wide variety of financial aid related records of an official and confidential nature

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED

• Four (4) years of related experience.

• Additional education may be used as a substitute for the minimum experience requirement:

  • Associates degree and two (2) years of related experience OR

  • Bachelors degree.

• Knowledge of Federal State and Institutional Financial Aid programs.

• Proficiency in Financial Aid software and systems.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Empathy and patience in dealing with students and families.

SALARY: $16.83 Hourly ($35006.40 Annual Approximately)

Note: Employment may be impacted by the Presidential proclamation issued on September 19 2025 and the moratorium issued by Texas Governor Abbott on January 27 2026.

BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply)

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

INSURANCE:

• Medical

  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).

  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:

    • Employee and Spouse

    • Employee and Children

    • Employee and Family coverage

• Dental & Vision

• Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM

ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling Work Life Assistance Financial Resources and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Public Loan Forgiveness

• Book scholarships

• 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Time Off:

• 8 hours of vacation paid time off every month.

• 8 hours of sick leave time off every month.

• 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.

• 12-15 paid holidays each year.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.