Remote Enrollment Coordinator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Full‐time Description Work from Home (WFH) – Remote work must be performed while residing in California, New Mexico, or Florida. CIAT Location San Diego, CA and Albuquerque, NM Reports to Financial Aid Coordinator Manager Status Non‐exempt Employment Type Full‐time Summary Evaluates, approves, and awards financial aid to students re‐entering in accordance with federal, state, and school regulations, policies, and operating guidelines. Assesses financial needs of students and advises students and/or parents regarding financial aid options, processes, and requirements.

This position will also evolve into processing other funding types. Responsibilities Analyzes and evaluates financial viability of students and families and provides advice and counsel regarding available financial aid opportunities, eligibility requirements, and the application process Work closely with admission advisors, enrollment coordinators, records and student services to complete re‐entry and repeat enrollment packets each term Maintains historic documents and data regarding financial aid files according to federal guidelines Adheres to and is knowledgeable on appropriate guidelines relating to FERPA and CIAT policy on the release of records and information to a third party Reviews and assesses eligibility of applications for financial aid; exercises professional judgment to determine whether adjustments should be made Reviews for accuracy and provides signature approval/disapproval of loan applications, promissory notes, and other financial documents Develop, modify, implement, and maintain the application intake and tracking process for proper documentation of all awards for audit trail Monitor, approve, and/or revise all financial aid packaging for all qualified applicants in accordance with federal, state, institutional and other policies, and procedures Provide information on the telephone, video calls and through electronic chat, to students, prospective students, and families regarding student financial aid, and account balance Utilize the student management system to record all student account information Review Finance section in ASER and ensure documentation for all standards is complete, accurate and well written Work to financially clear all new student files before the start of the term by collecting documents to clear verifications/c‐codes. Provide financial projections within the school guidelines that are most favorable to students Upload documents and work with FAS (third party agency) to ensure all files are cleared and ready to be disbursed within maximum 30 days from the start of the program Ensure student accounting/ledger information is accurate and up to date in student database Works closely with the Financial Aid Coordinator Manager with monitoring of clearance rate every week Monitors completion of Verifications/C-Codes Monitors weekly clearance Works with Financial Aid Coordinator Manager to review files prior to every weekly meeting Adhere to CIAT's compliance requirements to ensure all Federal, State, accreditation, and institutional policies and procedures are being met Follow communication guidelines to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and professionalism Embody CIAT's mission, vision, purpose and values Requirements Preferred bachelor's or associate degree and four years related experience; or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the above duties Broad knowledge of federal financial aid programs and record‐keeping requirements Knowledge of higher education processes, supervisory and personnel practices, communication techniques and computer software General knowledge of accounting practices, data processing and computer applications Detail oriented, outstanding research and analytical skills Ability to multitask Works with a sense of urgency, while engaging and listening to experts Exhibits a high degree of flexibility in adapting to a rapidly changing environment Problems are solved rapidly and effectively Strong organizational skills with the proven ability to prioritize Process tasks in a timely manner Work independently with minimal supervision Capability to handle confidential and sensitive information, following confidentiality guidelines Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively convey information and interact with students, colleagues, and others Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with other team members Team players with a positive, can‐do attitude Proficient skills in MS Office software products, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project and ability to learn additional software products Self‐motivated with a strong work ethic; dedicated to quality, quantity, results and timeliness Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and exercise independent judgement Excellent analytical skills, problem resolution skills and general business acumen Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, academic departments, and administration to support student success, achieve institutional goals and contribute to a positive and inclusive culture Position may require work responsibilities outside of normal business hours to accommodate business needs and deadlines Flexible to work longer hours to meet deadlines, if needed Able to handle sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality Possess high ethical standards, being an example of professionalism to others Must be able to embody CIAT's mission, vision, purpose and values Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full‐time position.

Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Location This is a remote position. Work must be conducted in locations that have been approved by the company. Company authorization is necessary for relocation or work from other locations, even if temporarily.

Values We are passionate about education and student success We value integrity and excellence in our employees and students We treat ourselves and our students with dignity and respect We believe in and encourage innovation at our school to better help our students succeed We have a customer‐centric focus, and we want people highly committed to achieving goals, where our success equals student's success We are accountable for our actions, and if errors occur we focus on preventing future errors and moving forward We have a growth mindset, always looking for ways to improve, with a sincere belief that every student can do better and achieve their goals We expect every employee to be an example of conduct and professionalism, being a role‐model to students and colleagues We commit to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that respects the diversity of students' backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives We foster lifelong learning and professional development Physical Demands Essential functions of this role require sitting for extended periods of time May require occasional travel to conduct CIAT business The employee will be required to compute simple mathematical calculations as a normal part of this role Ability to type, use a computer to search for information and input information while speaking on the phone is required The employee will frequently be required to use the computer, mouse and telephone to conduct the regular tasks of this role Work Environment While performing the responsibilities of this remote position, the job holder will work in a home office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. This role routinely involves using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and virtual communication tools.

Employees are expected to ensure that their home office is a safe and ergonomic working environment. Employees must maintain data security and confidentiality in accordance with company policies and use secure connections for all work‐related activities. Expectations regarding work hours, availability, and time tracking will be clearly communicated and must be adhered to.

The company is not responsible for maintaining home office environments beyond the provision of reasonable accommodations and necessary work‐related equipment. Workers' compensation and liability for injuries that occur in the home office will be covered as per company policy and applicable laws. This remote work policy is designed to comply with all relevant local, state, and federal laws.

When In The Office When in the office, employees are expected to follow all workplace safety rules, security protocols, and professional conduct guidelines. They should maintain a clean and organized work area, be punctual, and actively engage in in‐person meetings, collaboration, and training as scheduled. The in‐office environment may involve occasional noise, shared workspaces, and use of common areas, and employees are expected to be respectful of others working nearby.

AAP/EEO Statement California Institute of Applied Technology provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, California Institute of Applied Technology complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

California Institute of Applied Technology expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of California Institute of Applied Technology's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Salary Range The starting salary range for the Re‐Entry Coordinator is $26.00–$28.00 hourly/DOE. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, experience, equity and other business and organizational needs.

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