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Makaylah Rhodes

Alva,OK

Summary

Results-driven professional with a proven track record of delivering high-quality work and exceeding company objectives. Strong communication and teamwork skills enhance the ability to foster collaborative environments. Committed to continuous learning and adept at adapting to evolving challenges in the workplace.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Director of Financial Aid

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS
08.2022 - 05.2024
  • Established policies and procedures and made modifications based on analysis of operations, performance and other research information.
  • Demonstrated understanding of and adherence to federal and state regulations for financial aid.
  • Collaborated with external agencies such as banks and lenders to facilitate loan processes.
  • Audited student files to confirm accuracy and completion according to defined guidelines.
  • Assisted with completion of documentation such as FAFSA paperwork, answered questions, and delivered key information.
  • Conducted financial aid needs analysis to determine student eligibility for various types of aid.

Financial Aid Advisor

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Informed customers of loan application requirements and deadlines.
  • Evaluated appeals submitted by students seeking additional funds due to special circumstances.
  • Reviewed financial aid applications and verified accuracy of information provided by applicants.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions related to student financial assistance activities.
  • Managed a caseload of student accounts; monitored progress towards completion of degree programs.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from students regarding their financial aid packages.

Administrative Assistant

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City, KS
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
  • Greeted visitors and provided general information about the institution.
  • Developed and implemented filing systems, both digital and physical, improving document organization and retrieval efficiency.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

North Western Oklahoma State University
Alva, OK
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Business

Dodge City Community College
Dodge City
05-2021

Skills

  • Financial aid expertise
  • Federal aid programs
  • Institutional aid programs
  • Student counseling
  • Grant administration
  • Loan processing
  • Account management
  • Goal oriented
  • Customer engagement
  • Department collaboration
  • Document management
  • Project management

Affiliations

  • Rodeo
  • Presidents Honor Roll
  • PTK

Timeline

Associate Director of Financial Aid

Dodge City Community College
08.2022 - 05.2024

Financial Aid Advisor

Dodge City Community College
01.2022 - 08.2022

Administrative Assistant

Dodge City Community College
01.2020 - 01.2022

Bachelor of Science - Biology

North Western Oklahoma State University

Associate of Arts - Business

Dodge City Community College
Makaylah Rhodes