Financial Aid Advisor

Bryant & Stratton College; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable private, nonprofit college in Akron seeks a Financial Aid Advisor. This role focuses on assisting students in navigating financial aid programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in all financial documentation, and collaborating with various departments to support enrollment and retention. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving and communication skills, attention to detail, and relevant educational credentials.

Benefits

401K

Company-paid college tuition

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Federal Title IV highly preferred.
• Experience with regulatory agencies is helpful.
• Must work in fast-paced, multi-tasked environment.

Responsibilities

• Interpret regulatory criteria to meet compliance requirements.
• Manage financial aid document retention and archives.
• Advise students on financial aid in a timely manner.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Technological Skills

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

Bachelor's degree preferred

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Description

Unlock your full potential in the innovative and inclusive environment at Bryant & Stratton College. We are a career-focused, private, nonprofit college built differently to serve the needs of students, alumni, associates, employers, and the community. Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College offers real-world education leading to bachelor's, associate's, and professional certificates after completion in the fields of healthcare, technology, legal, business, graphic design, and more. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous paid time off, 401K, and company-paid college tuition for associates and their families. Bryant & Stratton College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer. Apply today!

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Description

Unlock your full potential in the innovative and inclusive environment at Bryant & Stratton College. We are a career-focused, private, nonprofit college built differently to serve the needs of students, alumni, associates, employers, and the community. Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College offers real-world education leading to bachelor's, associate's, and professional certificates after completion in the fields of healthcare, technology, legal, business, graphic design, and more. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous paid time off, 401K, and company-paid college tuition for associates and their families. Bryant & Stratton College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer. Apply today!

Bryant & Stratton College is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor for it's Ohio Market.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Interpret regulatory criteria, standards, policy and procedures to meet compliance requirements. Develop a working knowledge of all student financial aid programs administered by the Financial Aid Office. Responsible for developing and maintaining working relationships with other departments on campus to achieve enrollment and retention goals. Manage financial aid document retention and archives. Maintain file accuracy for active and inactive students. Accurately and efficiently package, award, and advise students on financial aid. Complete all steps in the process in a timely manner. Actively participate to ensure timely delivery of assistance and services given to students. Prepare student accounts for payments, graduation, and withdrawals. Balance demands for student entrance with regulatory requirements. Perform duties in a manner that is congruent with the College’s vision, standards and ethics. Other duties as assigned by your Manager.

COMPETENCIES, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Associate's degree required in a related field, Bachelor's degree is preferred. Knowledge of Federal Title IV highly preferred. Skills in planning, prioritizing, problem solving, scheduling, evaluating, and organizing. Excellent communication skills with the ability to motivate and work with diverse groups. Strong technological skills, attention to detail, and accuracy are a must. Experience with regulatory agencies and customer driven environments is helpful. Must thrive on working in a fast-paced multi-tasked environment where attention to detail is a must. Must possess a drive for excellence.

This position requires evening hours and Saturdays. The position's main campus will be the Akron campus with assignments at our Solon and Parma campuses when necessary.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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