Scholarship Program Assistant

Responsibilities

Provides assistance to eligible children and staff members in navigating the application process for the Joseph Tauber Scholarship Programs and supports the function with customer service and clerical activities Review and process college scholarship applications and payments in accordance with 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Fund eligibility guidelines and 1199SEIU Child Care Corporation policies and procedures Perform data entry of all scholarship applications Respond to member’s application and inquiries verbally (via the call center), in-person and in writing. Assist in preparation of various reports for the scholarship program Maintain accurate files, records and confidentiality Participate in workshops and other activities for members Responsible for the accuracy, follow-through and timely completion of projects and assignments Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by management

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required, some College or Degree preferred Minimum two (2) years clerical experience in a general office environment required Basic skill level in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook required; and database application preferred 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds’ Eligibility System (V3) a plus Basic understanding of title IV (Financial Aid) & NYS Grant Call Center experience (moderate call volume) preferred Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills a must Must be able to work flexible hours including Saturday and evenings Ability to travel to other office locations in NY Metro area (i.e. Hicksville, NY) required Bilingual a plus (Spanish, Creole, Russian, etc)

We offer extraordinary benefits including outstanding health, dental, pension and family benefits for most positions which are paid entirely by the Funds without co-payments, deductibles, or out-of-pocket expenses for covered services. We also offer tuition reimbursement, generous holiday, vacation, and sick leave, as well as a 401K plan.