Federal Financial Aid Counselor

Carrington College

Fresno (CA)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 39,000

Full time

40 hours ago

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Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. in Fresno, CA is seeking a Financial Services Associate to guide applicants and students through federal financial aid eligibility, calculating awards for PELL, SEOG, Stafford/Direct loans, and other programs.

The SFA packages and awards aid for each academic year and enters this in the Student Information Systems under regulatory procedures. The role emphasizes ethics, counseling, and a customer-focused approach as you manage funding plans and track aid

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred or Associate Degree required.
Must qualify for NSLDS access.
Two plus years of related financial advising or training experience preferred.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Internet applications, and database software.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Self-starter with ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

Provide overview of Financial Aid process and programs available to qualifying students.
Perform estimates and calculations related to tuition and financial aid based on eligibility.
Counsel students regarding financial aid paperwork, award information, and options for educational expenses.
Create and schedule funding plans for enrolled students.
Evaluate submitted Financial Aid documentation and determine further requirements.
Deliver high level service while maintaining performance metrics.
Track students’ progress and review changes to eligibility throughout the program.