Financial Aid Specialist

ANNOUNCEMENTSouthwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for the full-time SWIC Educational Employee Union position of Financial Aid Specialist. This position provides complex customer service to current and prospective students and the community as related to applying for and receiving financial aid to pay for college. The Financial Aid Specialist will adhere to the federal and state regulations and the institution's policies and procedures. Work involves general knowledge of the financial aid process, considerable contact with students, staff and external agencies. Familiarity with financial aid and student information software is required. Work is performed with considerable independence, but is monitored and reviewed frequently by the administration team in the Financial Aid and Student Employment Office.Qualifications: 1. High school diploma or GED required plus four years of full-time related experience OR completion of associates degree with one year of full-time related experience. 2. Knowledge of financial aid and/or PeopleSoft systems is desirable.Pay and Hours: $21.63 per hour at 37.5 hours per week.Benefits and Perks: Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit for more information.Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans beginning date of hireRetirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings planEligibility for paid leave including holidays, sick, and vacationEducational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program, employee discounts, gym access, additional voluntary benefits and more!Work Location: The primary work location is the Belleville Campus.Application Deadline: The job posting will close to applicants on October 26, 2026 with application review beginning on October 27, 2026. Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., unofficial transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted (official college transcripts must be provided at the time of hire). Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account. Southwestern Illinois College is proud to be an EEO/AA Employer/Educator Smoke/Tobacco/Vapor/Drug-Free Workplace.