Tennessee Colleges Of Applied Technology - Nashville, TN
posted 22 days ago
Full-time
Nashville, TN
About the position
The Academic Student Support Associate 5 at the Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is responsible for assisting students with the enrollment process, providing guidance on career goals, and supporting financial aid applications. This role involves direct interaction with prospective and current students, ensuring they receive the necessary support to further their education and achieve their career aspirations.
Responsibilities
- Assist applicants in completing the online application for enrollment and FAFSA application for federal and state funds.
- Process applications, enrolling applicants, and conducting new student orientation.
- Provide general information to current and prospective students related to career goals and financial aid programs.
- Assist in providing personal and group career goal guidance.
- Maintain contact with prospective applicants, school counselors, and sponsors by telephone and through written correspondence.
- Assist GED recipients and dual enrollment students with furthering their education through counseling regarding career goals and financial aid options.
- Assist in recruiting efforts by calling interested applicants, sending e-mails, and attending career days at local high schools and civic centers.
- Perform other work as assigned.
Requirements
- Graduate of Technical Business Program, A.S. or B.S. preferred.
- Evaluate situations and make decisions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, the public, and other employees.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Aptitude for analyzing student data for reporting.
- Understanding of organizational rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Benefits
- Salary commensurate with education and experience.
