Campus Financial Aid Navigator I

Gurnick Academy Of Medical Arts Llc; Manlove (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health,  )

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts Llc in California is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor I to serve as the primary on-campus contact for students applying for financial aid, calculating tuition adjustments, and guiding loan repayment details.

You will package awards, coordinate with tracking systems, and assist with CAL Grants, scholarships, VA benefits, and other funding sources, while helping students plan payments and repayment strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 2 years prior work experience in financial aid, collections, and lending.
• Customer service experience is desirable.
• Organizational knowledge of educational institutions.
• Registrar experience or support preferred.
• Knowledge of software applications including Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• The FAA I is the primary interface for students to determine eligibility for financial aid and assist with the application process.
• Calculate tuition amounts/adjustments and counsel students on debt implications and loan payback timelines.
• Package student assistance awards and schedule awards in tracking systems.
• Perform Tuition Adjustment Calculations and Return to Title IV (R2TIV) funds calculations for withdrawals or leaves of absence.
• Explain payment requirements on unfunded balances and secure signed payment plans before program start.
• Assist students in applying for CAL Grants, program-specific aid, scholarships, and VA benefits.

Skills

Customer service experience

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Communication and listening skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts Llc in California is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor I to serve as the primary on-campus contact for students applying for financial aid, calculating tuition adjustments, and guiding loan repayment details.

You will package awards, coordinate with tracking systems, and assist with CAL Grants, scholarships, VA benefits, and other funding sources, while helping students plan payments and repayment strategies.