Job Description / Duties

The incumbent is primarily responsible for the administration of student financial aid assistance programs at the University based on established criteria. The incumbent advises, interviews and assists students on all aspects of educational financial resources, including the application and appeals processes for government aid, and for the dispensation of University trust funds. The incumbent receives direction from the Financial
Aid Supervisor and reports to the Associate Registrar, Records,
Registration and Financial Aid.

Qualifications / Required Skills

1) Completion of a three-year diploma (minimum 90 credits); and

2) Two years of directly related and progressively senior administrative support experience, including experience in an educational setting with significant student contact and previous financial aid experience.

Additional Information

Appointment Date: 03/16/15

Days and Hours of Work: As per department schedule. Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm. However, hours may vary and may include evenings, weekends and non-standard work weeks.

Union: COPE. Membership in COPE is a condition of employment.

Capilano University is an equal opportunity employer; this competition is open to both male and female applicants.

Salary: $4,123 to $4,640 per month, based on 35 hours a week

Contact Information

Details and application can be found at:
https://jobs-capilanou.peopleadmin.com/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=137804

Questions about the position can be directed to:
Lindsay Tiemer - Supervisor, Financial Aid and Awards
lindsaytiemer@capilanou.ca or 604-983-7537
or
Jillian Feist - Associate Registrar, Records, Registration, and Financial Aid
jfeist@capilanou.ca or 604-984-1708

Employer Profile

Capilano University is a teaching-focused university offering a wide range of programs and services that enable students to succeed in their current studies, in their ongoing education, in their chosen careers, in their lifelong pursuit of knowledge, and in their contribution as responsible citizens in a rapidly changing and diverse global community.

Capilano is well known for providing a solid academic foundation and is committed to developing new and innovative programs in response to market demand. We offer a complete range of preparatory courses, arts and sciences courses, business and management studies, creative and applied arts programs, health and human services programs, plus a range of services in support of student learning and success. Credentials awarded include bachelor degrees, associate degrees, post-baccalaureate diplomas, advanced diplomas, certificates and statements of completion.

Our main campus is in North Vancouver, located in a natural environment on the slopes of the North Shore and only a 20-minute drive from downtown Vancouver. Capilano University also has regional campuses in Squamish and Sechelt that serve the communities of Howe Sound and the Sunshine Coast. The total number of students enrolled in credit programs totals approximately 7,500. An additional 7,000 students register in non-credit courses each year.