Admissions Assistant

paulmitchell; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Mitchell The School Modesto is seeking a dedicated Financial Aid Counselor to assist prospective students in creating feasible enrollment financial plans and to ensure compliant processing of financial aid.

The role requires interpreting federal and state regulations, supporting admissions with needs analysis, and maintaining confidentiality in handling student financial information within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Computer and data entry skills required.
• Ability to multitask and coach others.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Solid work history with verifiable references.
• Passion for the beauty industry.
• Honesty and professionalism.
• Knowledge in Paul Mitchell Schools' cultural and technical systems is preferred.
• Sales experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate closely with prospective students to help them create a financial plan for enrollment.
• Interpret, apply, and comply with federal, state, and institutional guidelines related to financial aid.
• Provide support for operational and problem-solving functions such as working reports and needs analysis.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in handling personal finances of Future Professionals.
• Lead and mentor team members to ensure accurate processing and timely deliverables.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Data entry

Multitask

Interpersonal skills

References

Passion for beauty

Honesty and professionalism

Paul Mitchell systems knowledge

Sales experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Paul Mitchell The School Modesto is seeking a person to join our Enrollment team and Paul Mitchell family! With over one hundred schools nation-wide, Paul Mitchell Schools is growing faster than ever. Our "One Size Fits All" and "Be Nice" culture creates a uniquely wonderful learning environment that attracts the most qualified staff team members who always put our Future Professionals first. Not only do we offer an education second to none, we also make time for personal and communal growth through opportunities such as FUNraising monthly team trainings, student clubs and activities, fashion shows, photo shoots and much more.

This person creates and implements a customer-focused financial aid plan that supports the Paul Mitchell Schools' culture, the admissions process and service in the school, and the Future Professionals. This is a vital position to the school, as this person works closely with the prospective students aspiring to enroll in our school.

He or she will help with inspections of the financial files for compliance with all required documentation. Additionally, he or she has knowledge of current regulations pertinent to the release of student information.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will be able to communicate closely with prospective students to help them create a financial plan for their enrollment. They will need to interpret, apply, and comply with federal, state, and institutional guidelines and regulations related to financial aid. He or she provides support for various operational and problem-solving functions such as working reports and performing basic needs analysis. This person must demonstrate integrity, ethical behavior, and a high level of confidentiality in recognizing and working with confidential information and records concerning the personal finances of Future Professionals. The position requires the ability to focus on a variety of tasks, and inspect and lead his or her team to do the same. He or she must maintain an organized and effective office and be able to set priorities, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills/Competencies Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Computer and data entry skills required
• Ability to multitask and coach others
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Solid work history with verifiable references
• Passion for the beauty industry
• Honesty and professionalism
• Knowledge in Paul Mitchell Schools' cultural and technical systems is preferred
• Sales experience is preferred

Paul Mitchell The School Modesto is an equal opportunity employer.