About this roleWhat a day of a Financial Aid Advisor looks like :Provides comprehensive counseling to students both currently enrolled and prospective students and their families as to the guidelines of the financial aid process and eligibility utilizing a variety of formats.Advises students on all financial aid awards, and other alternative financing options when applicable.
Reviews student financial aid applications for completeness and compliance with applicable guidelines.
Prepares presentations and conducts financial aid workshops, new student orientation, and other events in support of enrollment and recruitment activities.
Explains loan options and ensures that students and co-signers understand their repayment responsibilities.
Counsels students and families to educate them in the understanding of their expected family contribution (EFC) and how it affects their financial aid eligibility.
Provides guidance and counsel to students who are considering withdrawing from all classes and informs them of the return of Title IV funds process and ramifications of withdrawing. Counsels on how to regain financial aid for future semesters.
Reviews and evaluates verification, Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), and special circumstances documentation for completeness and accuracy to support and move students through the process and determine financial aid eligibility.
Evaluates, monitors and advises students regarding their Satisfactory Academic Progress plan to ensure adherence to the policy.
Determines if students qualify for unusual or mitigating circumstances, to counsel students on process for their specific needs.
Stays abreast of regulatory updates and changes by committing to professional development within the scope of their responsibility for managing caseloads.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
We'd love to hear from you if you have the following:
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree
Two years of related work experience
Knowledge of:
Federal, State, Local, and County applicable financial aid laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines
Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
Federal needs analysis formula
IRS tax laws related to financial aid
Difference between clock hour and credit hour programs and the awarding methodology for each program
Academic Advising Principles
Skilled in:
Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Fact finding, analysis, and problem solving
Ability to:
Demonstrate critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
Regular physical attendance required
Must not be debarred from Title IV Programs, and not in default on Title IV student loans
Preferred, but not a must :
Four years of related work experience
Written and spoken bilingual communication
Work Environment and Physical Demand:
Reach and grasp objects
Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Use of video display terminal
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
Communicate information orally and in writing
Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
Proofread and check documents for accuracy
Work a fluctuating work schedule
This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive l
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