Financial Aid Representative Assistant

**Job Title: Prison Education Program Financial Assistance Representative**

Date Posted: 4/20/2026

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Prison Education Program Financial Aid Representative will provide guidance to

students and navigators in the Prison Education Program. This position is responsible for ensuring all required

materials are collected and submitted in a timely manner. Position is located on the CMU Fayette Campus

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Review reports and forms to track students and identify necessary actions. 20%
• Process federal and state applications as directed by the Director of Financial Aid. 20%
• Communicate with students, family members, and navigators as needed. 10%
• Work with the Department of Corrections to address any FA hurdles. 10%
• Develop a system of tracking student information. 10%
• Compile paper files for use by Navigators and/or the provost. 15%
• Update information in the SIS as required. 15%
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience Qualifications Baccalaureate degree required

Graduate degree preferred

Experience Working In a Higher Education Service Setting Required Experience working in Financial Aid preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Sit for long periods of time on the computer

Other Information And Attributes CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a

whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer

service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU. Central Methodist

University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned

to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it. CMU management reserves

the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.