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Job Title Financial Aid Specialist - Jackson County Campus Job Description
The Financial Aid Specialist Il is responsible for assisting the Director of Financial Aid with all aspects of the Financial Aid Office functions and performs, with the assistance of other staff members, all necessary duties and responsibilities that are incumbent for this position.
Job Duties
Maintain an accurate and complete filing system.
Utilize word processing skills.
Maintain an effective working relationship with college personnel, students, and the community.
Upgrade skill level and performance through staff development.
Be familiar with the College Catalog and Student Handbook.
Be familiar with and abide by MGCCC Policies and Procedures Manual.
Coordinate and award federal and institutional work-study.
Prepare and review reports as necessary.
Demonstrate exceptional adherence to work schedules and policies as exemplary performance for coworkers.
Utilize the Banner administrative software and other appropriate software to support office procedures and job duties.
Perform duties in a multi-task environment with minimum supervision, initiative, good organizational skills, and proficient verbal/written communication skills.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director and/or Dean of Student Services and Enrollment Management.
Mandatory Qualifications
(M1) Minimum of an Associate Degree in Business and Office Technology or related field from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning.
(M2) Two years' experience working in an office setting.
(M3) Skilled in the operation of personal computers and Microsoft Office.
(M4) Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
Desirable Qualifications
(D1) Experience working with Financial Aid.
(D2) Experience with Banner or other administrative software.
(D3) Experience working in a community or college/university setting.
(D4) Experience with Document Imaging Software.
(D5) Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
EEO Statement
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address compliance@mgccc.edu.
The College:
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.
State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.
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Posting Detail Information
Open Date 05/21/2026 Close Date 06/04/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):
Kendra Robinson
Director of Financial Aid
MGCCC-Jackson County Campus
2300 Hwy 90
Gautier, MS 39553
228-497-7630
kendra.robinson@mgccc.edu
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