Financial Aid Veterans Specialist

Responsibilities:  Performs a variety of moderately complex clerical and administrative tasks related to reviewing and processing veterans benefit certifications and financial aid: counseling and advising students of opportunities, reviewing, researching, and resolving discrepancies, utilizing various software programs to process applications and files.

Qualifications: Applicant must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Two years of related experience is preferred. Broad skills in financial aid methodology. Financial aid software and federal regulations governing the student financial programs is preferred. 

Salary:  $20.50 - $25.00 per hour

Fringe Benefits: This position covers health insurance at 100% for employee. Additional optional coverages include dental, vision, AD&D, life insurance, and long- and short-term disability. Other benefits include retirement under the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, accrued sick leave, vacation, paid holidays, and an employee reimbursement/dependent scholarship program. Health benefits require a 60-day employment period.

Application Procedures: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, the search committee will begin reviewing applications on November 3, 2026. Candidates cannot be guaranteed full consideration if materials are received after that date. A Paris Junior College Application for Employment, cover letter, resume, copy of all college/university transcripts and a list of references are required. This position is security-sensitive and may require a post-hire Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation on the successful candidate. To complete the PJC Application for Employment and Disclosure Regarding Background Investigation Authorization, please visit our website at https://www.parisjc.edu/hr/jobs/index.php, click the links to complete and submit all forms and attach all required documents for all three links.

Paris Junior College is an equal employment opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, creed or religion, color, age, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected group status. Applicants requiring accommodations for the application or interview process should contact the Human Resources Office.