Financial Aid Specialist (TRANSFER ONLY)

Financial Aid Specialist

This position is for transfer CCCD candidates only. If you are not a current transfer candidate with CCCD, please do not apply at this time.

About Golden West College

Located in the coastal community of Huntington Beach, Golden West College is regarded as one of the most beautiful campuses in Southern California. The college is highly regarded for academic quality and innovation. In its earliest years, the college was recognized for its pioneering leadership in designing learning-centered programs and services for its student body and continues that tradition to this day.

Golden West College (GWC) has an unwavering commitment to quality education; equitable outcomes; inclusive practices; and racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity. Ideal candidates for all positions at our college share our devotion to educating and improving the lives of our representative students, employees, and community populations. Currently, our college enrolls approximately 11,000 students per term; 34.2% are Latinx, 31.8% are Asian, 22.4% are White, 1.8% are African American, 0.5% are Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 4.8% are multiracial. GWC is an officially designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). GWC engages in regular professional development opportunities and partnerships so that we can best serve disproportionately impacted groups. Activities and connections include GWC's partnership with student and employee involvement in organizations like Puente, Student Veterans, and Gay Lesbian Alternative Straight Alliance (GLASA); a robust District Ally training program, including UndocuAlly (undocumented students), SafeZone (LGBTQ), Vet Net (veterans), and Ability Ally; and other equity minded programs; and a full calendar of culturally responsive events.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Knowledge and Skills

• The position requires considerable knowledge of financial aid policies, procedures and operations.
• Requires knowledge of Federal and State regulations, policies and procedures relating to awarding and administering Financial Aid.
• Requires a working knowledge of admissions, transcripts, and satisfactory academic progress.
• Requires knowledge and skill with networked financial aid computer software and systems as well as student information systems.
• Requires well-developed skills with and knowledge of applicable word processing, spreadsheet, and student database applications sufficient to extract and import data, perform queries, and tabulate reports.
• Requires well-developed math skills sufficient to compute sums, portions, percentages, ratios, and quotients from formulas and tables.
• Requires well-developed human relations skills to convey technical concepts to others, resolve difficult and sensitive confrontations, facilitate small group in-service, and project a positive image of the College.

Abilities

• Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
• Requires the ability to perform the duties with efficiency and effectiveness.
• Requires the ability to analyze technical and complex information and documents and make assessments according to well-established policies, procedures, and mandated regulations.
• Requires the ability to impart technical and detailed information through one-on-one or group presentations.
• Requires the ability to perform data entry and database management duties and other general record keeping and file maintenance duties.
• Requires the ability to communicate both formally and informally with a wide range of contacts both inside and outside the College setting.
• Requires the ability to perform assignments on varying work schedules.
• Must be able to work outside of regular scheduled hours for events such as outreach activities.

Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, D.E.I.A

The position typically requires an Associate's degree or equivalent experience in Education and three years of experience working in higher education. Comparable related work experience may substitute for some higher education. Or, any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position. Two years working in the Financial Aid Office is preferred. AND Demonstrated evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, ethnic, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity within the community college student population, including students with different ability statuses (e.g., physical and/or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practice within the classroom and campus.

Licenses and Certificates May require a valid driver license.

Working Conditions Work is performed indoors where minimal safety considerations exist. This job specification describes the general nature of the work performed, representative duties as well as the typical qualifications needed for acceptable performance. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, work steps, and skills required of the job.

Conditions of Employment

This is a TRANSFER ONLY full-time classified, 40 hour per week, 12-month per year position. The normal hours of work are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. The effective date of employment will be arranged with the supervisor. If you are not a transfer candidate please do not apply at this time.

ATTENTION: Before applying, please be sure to review the Coast Colleges District Board Policy regarding Nepotism (BP 7310) check if your application may be impacted. Additionally, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. If you have any questions, please contact HR Recruitment at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Application Requirements

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet at by the application deadline: 11:59P M Monday, June 8, 2026.

Incomplete applications, application materials submitted by mail and documents not requested in the job announcement will not be considered. Please note that the district does not return materials submitted in the application process (copies of original supporting documents are acceptable).

A complete application packet includes:

1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application.
2. A Current Resume of professional and educational background and experience.
3. A Cover Letter detailing your experience related to the role.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodations in accordance with ADA should notify the Human Resources Office for assistance by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io or by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Pay Philosophy

Coast Community College District, through policies, practices, and other benefit programs, delivers a fair and equitable total compensation program that promotes equal employment opportunity, inclusion, and workforce vitality. In general, it is the policy of the district to place new employees at the first step of the salary grade. All movement on the salary schedule will occur July 1 of each year for all classified employees. (Salary Range EE-117) (Download PDF reader)

Benefits

This position is eligible for the following benefits. Please visit the benefits tab above for additional information.

• Generous medical, dental, vision and life insurance plans for employees and dependents
• 21 paid holidays
• Cumulative sick leave
• Paid vacation
• Longevity salary programs
• PERS/STRS retirement plans
• Deferred compensation/457 plans
• Employee Assistance Program

Employment Information

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies, procedures, and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 )
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the District's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The SELECTED CANDIDATE is required to complete the following prior to employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).