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In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

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 Posting Summary 

Working Title  | Financial Aid Analyst
Role Title  | Education Support Spec II
Role Code  | 29143-FP
FLSA  | Nonexempt
Pay Band  | 03
Position Number  | 28000394
Agency  | Northern VA Community College
Division  | NV280-Office of Student Services
Work Location  | Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range  | $55,000/yr
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | 5-Paraprofessionals
Full Time or Part Time  | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-  |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?  |
Work Schedule  | 8 AM to 5 PM, M-F
Sensitive Position  | No
Job Description  | General Description:
The Financial Aid Analyst will provide student service regarding federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs. The Financial Aid Analyst will assist in the preparation of financial aid process documentation, reporting, and program assessment. This position will be responsible for document review and verification, needs analysis, awarding of financial aid and monitoring of awards, while ensuring to maintain financial compliance requirements.
Duties and Tasks: Evaluate financial aid application to determine appropriate packaging of aid based on standardized institutional, state, and federal guidelines and procedures. Keep abreast of all state and federal rules, regulations, and guidelines governing various types of financial aid. Review and resolve discrepancies/conflicting information to accurately determine student aid eligibility according to regulatory requirements. Authenticate financial aid information to complete the review of the financial aid application and facilitate the awarding process. Assists in one or more of the major areas of financial aid, specifically Consortium Agreements and Study Abroad. Adjusts awards by determining the student’s adjusted aid eligibility, ensuring accuracy and communicating adjustments, as appropriate. 
Essential Functions:Comprehensive experience and knowledge in state, federal and institutional financial aid programs, including higher-level knowledge of federal work-study and student loans.
Special Assignments  | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications  | Required KSAs: Ability to interpret rules, regulations and standards established by College, state and federal entities. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to make decisions and work independently. Strong customer service orientation. Familiarity with computer applications related to financial aid as well as student information systems. Flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to the ever-changing world of financial aid. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with proficiency of syntax and grammar. Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure; Ability to work well with students, staff and other offices for successful resolution of difficult problems. Knowledge of People Soft student information system, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), and scanning software. Knowledge of federal and state regulations Knowledge of student loan procedures Ability to maintain accurate and auditable financial aid records Ability to participate as a team member Ability to work with detail and follow established procedures 
Minimum Qualifications: Experience working in student services, financial aid office, or equivalent. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite tools. Experience in coordinating office tasks and managing multiple projects.
Additional Considerations  | Additional Considerations: Experience reconciling and balancing financial accounts. Experience in a financial aid office coordinating workflow, and interpreting and implementing state and federal programs. Experience organizing, tracking and reporting information with specific attention to detail. 


Operation of a State Vehicle  | No
Supervises Employees  | No
Required Travel  | n/a

 Posting Detail Information 

Posting Number  | CLS_4858P
Recruitment Type  | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 11/09/2026
Job Close Date  | 11/20/2026
Open Until Filled  |
Agency Website  | www.nvcc.edu
Contact Name  | Garrett
Email  | [email protected]
Phone Number  |
Special Instructions to Applicants  | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth’s Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155
Additional Information  | Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA. To learn more about NOVA’s commitment to inclusive excellence, please visit At a Glance | Northern Virginia Community College. NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu. The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports
Background Check Statement Disclaimer  | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement  | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting  | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/102900

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