Posted: Feb 14, 2026
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Financial Aid Liaison

Blue Ridge Community College - Weyers Cave, VA
Full-time
Salary: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 Annually
Application Deadline: Mar 1, 2026
Financial Aid
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The Financial Aid Liaison specializing in Pell Grant support is responsible for assisting Pell-eligible students throughout the financial aid process, ensuring they receive the necessary guidance to access and maintain their financial aid. This position focuses on providing personalized support, improving student retention, and enhancing financial literacy among Pell Grant recipients.

This is a grant funded position that is anticipated to end when the grant ends on June 30, 2028.


Responsibilities:
  1. Financial Aid Counseling:
    • Provide counseling to Pell Grant-eligible students regarding the financial aid application process.
    • Assist students in understanding requirements for continued aid eligibility.
    • Collaborate with various campus departments to facilitate a seamless student experience.
    • Educate students about other financial opportunities, such as scholarships and means-tested benefits.
  2. Student Support and Retention:
    • Monitor academic progress of Pell Grant recipients to facilitate Satisfactory Academic Progress.
    • Develop and implement interventions for students at risk of losing financial aid eligibility.
    • Collaborate with other areas to support student success initiatives.
    • Conduct financial literacy workshops and distribute educational materials to help students make informed financial decisions.
  3. Outreach and Communication:
    • Address Pell Grant-related inquiries from students, families, and campus staff.
    • Engage local organizations to increase awareness of financial aid in the college’s community
    • Host and/or attend events in partnership with other community organizations to increase access for Pell-eligible students.
    • Proactively reach out to potentially eligible applicants or those who are facing application challenges.
    • Participate or plan campus events such as orientation, open houses, FAFSA completion workshops, and financial aid fairs.
  4. Compliance and Reporting:
    • Comply with federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies.
    • Accurately document student interactions, educational and outreach programs offered, etc.
    • Assist in preparing reports related to Pell Grant disbursement, usage, and student outcomes.
    • Track College Pell Boost program budget and ensure appropriate recording of expenses.
    • Set measurable objectives based on local college needs and track progress throughout the year.
    • Follow guidance and requirements as disseminated by the VCCS Program Coordinator.
Full-time classified positions come with generous leave and holiday time, along with very competitive health benefits coverage (to include dental, vision, and short-term and long-term disability), retirement with the Virginia Retirement System, deferred compensation investment opportunities, educational assistance, and access to the college’s Recreation Center.