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Part Time - Admissions & Financial Aid - Support Assistant

The Pennsylvania State University
remote work
United States, Pennsylvania, Reading
Aug 15, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Penn State Berks is seeking a dynamic and student-focused individual to join our team. This role combines responsibilities in bothfinancial aidandadmissions, supporting prospective and current students throughout their journey to and through the University. The ideal candidate will be passionate about student success, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate cultural competency, especially in working with Hispanic and Latino communities.Bilingual fluency in Spanish is highly preferred. Job Duties Financial Aid: Educate and assist prospective and current students and their families with the financial aid process. Provide daily financial aid counseling and support, including financial literacy education. Collaborate with the Bursar's Office to help students explore options for paying current and past-due bills. Act as a communications liaison for the Financial Aid Office. Admissions: Support students recruitment through daily conversations with prospective students and families. Maintain relationships with school counselors and community organizations, particularly those serving Hispanic and Latino populations. Assist with group visits to campus. Update and maintain Spanish-language admissions materials and web content. General Enrollment Support: Advise and counsel students on University programs, admissions requirements, and financial aid eligibility. Communicate effectively with internal and external audiences. Participate in training and professional development for the Enrollment Management team. Complete other assignments as directed. Schedule: This opening allows for up to 20 hours per week, with an agreed-upon schedule determined in collaboration with the supervisor. Scheduling will be based on departmental needs and may vary throughout the academic year. Compensation:The starting rate for this job is $20/per hour. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines