PT CLERK-FINANCIAL AID
Midland College | Midland, Texas
This position will provide administrative support for the Director of Financial Aid and the Financial Aid office. Duties include interacting with students and the general public to provide information regarding Financial Aid and Scholarships, clerical, and receptionist duties.
ABOUT MIDLAND COLLEGE
At Midland College, we believe education transforms lives, strengthens communities, and creates opportunity for future generations. As a driving force for workforce development and economic growth in the Permian Basin, we serve dual-credit students, first-time-in-college learners, adult students, and working professionals. Through strong partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, business and industry, and community organizations, we make education accessible, prepare students for meaningful careers, and help shape the future of our region.
Midland College is a dynamic institution experiencing rapid enrollment growth and institutional growth. We are continually evaluating how we work, challenging ourselves to improve, and embracing innovation to serve our students and community better.
Three Core Values define our culture:
YES – We embrace challenges with curiosity, optimism, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
STUDENTS – Student success is at the center of every decision we make.
ACT – We take ownership, move with purpose, and deliver meaningful results.
We seek individuals who are adaptable, resilient, and energized by change. Our employees ask thoughtful questions, challenge the status quo, solve problems collaboratively, and continuously look for better ways to serve students. We work hard, think strategically, and hold ourselves accountable. We also believe great teams support one another, celebrate successes, and bring positivity, perspective, and a sense of humor to the workplace.
What You Can Expect at Midland College:
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A leadership team committed to action, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
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A Board of Trustees that values stewardship, innovation, and long-term vision.
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A community that believes deeply in the power of education to create opportunities.
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Meaningful work, supportive colleagues, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, every single day.
If you're passionate about making a difference, excited by growth and innovation, and ready to help students succeed while strengthening the Permian Basin, we invite you to join our team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Support Financial Aid office and related departments with receptionist and clerical duties such as directing phone calls, interacting with in-person visitors, and responding to questions with accuracy and clarity
- Support divisional administrative assistants with bookkeeping, ordering office supplies, prepare for staff travel, and communicate with the accounts payable department to reconcile accounts
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Filing student records, such as scanning and electronically cataloging documents
- Support Student Services with events such as New Student Orientation, graduation, and other events that recruit and retain students at Midland College
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Under the direction of Student Services leadership, support other departments in the division with initiatives to award financial aid to students, including scholarship recipients, veterans, and others
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Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
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High School diploma or equivalent
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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Excellent customer service and strong organizational skills
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Computer literacy to include experience working with Microsoft Office software
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Knowledge of general office equipment, including copier, fax machine, and multi-line telephone
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior clerical and general office experience, preferably at a school district or institution of higher education
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Data entry experience
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Experience working with budgets; strong bookkeeping skills
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Experience with imaging software and indexing documents
WORK ENVIRONMENT
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Typical office
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Business Hours
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M-Th 8:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. F 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
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summer M-Th 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 pm
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Periodic evening and weekend hours during peak periods (e.g., open enrollment, payroll)
- Occasional travel (less than 10%)
Physical Demands
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Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
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Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
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Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds
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Duties indoors and some outdoors
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Office environment
Salary Range: $12.00 per hours
BENEFITS:
Midland College faculty and staff enjoy a comprehensive choice of insurance plans* and retirement savings programs.
- medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans, FSA
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retirement savings programs
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tuition remission for employees
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generous paid time off including winter break
To learn more go to: Midland College Benefits *eligibility may vary based on job classification
SECURITY SENSITIVITY
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Special Instructions to Applicants
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, CV/resume, and transcripts (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.
