Financial Aid Advisor

Success Education Colleges; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Success Education Colleges is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to administer federal, state and other aid programs for prospective and active students. You will review FAFSA data, input information into CLASS, provide entrance/exit counseling, and maintain accurate files while coordinating with Admissions and other staff.

The role requires knowledge of Title IV regulations, excellent communication, and a commitment to serving a diverse student population.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of government regulations and guidelines relating to financial aid and Title IV.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Detail oriented with accurate data entry.
• Strong customer service orientation and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to students and parents regarding financial aid program requirements and procedures.
• Explain Financial Aid plans to students and parents; review their rights and responsibilities.
• Review financial aid applications, forms and documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Input FAFSA, review ISIRs and maintain funding schedule in CLASS.
• Provide entrance and exit counseling; attend workshops as needed.
• Maintain files and paperwork; collaborate with Admissions and staff.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

MS Office

Student Financial Aid software

Job description

Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute and Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 58 years.Our everyday mission is to educate students in short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement.Careers Site: https://www.success.edu/careers-with-sec/POSITION SUMMARYThe Financial Aid Advisor administers financial aid programs to prospective and active students. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to performing a variety of duties associated with the awarding, disbursing and returning of federal, state and other financial aid assistance programs. The Financial Aid Advisor reports to the Campus Director and has accountability to the Corporate Director of Financial Aid.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIESProvide information to students and parents regarding financial aid program requirements and procedures. Explain Financial Aid plans to students and parents; review their rights and responsibilities with regards to financial aid programs.Review financial aid applications, forms and documentation for completeness and accuracy; verify information reported on FAFSA to determinate eligibility. Complete verification procedures where needed.Input FASFA, review resulting ISIR and maintain financial aid funding schedule in CLASS.Provide entrance and exit counseling.Answer questions, inquires or requests from students or parentsResponsible for complete and accurate files and paperwork.Maintain a close working relationship with Admission and other personnel.Remain current on all applicable laws and regulations.Attend financial aid workshops and conferencesPerforms all other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLSKnowledge of government regulations and guidelines relating to financial aid and Title IV.Demonstrated skills in modeling a strong customer service orientation.Demonstrated skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the public.Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to manage sensitive, confidential issues.Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.Detail oriented and produces work that is accurate.Demonstrated Computer literacy skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook and internet.Ability to work a flexible schedule.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma or equivalent is required.A minimum of one year of Financial Aid experience is required.Experience with Student Financial Aid software applications is a plus.Success Education Colleges ("SEC") is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SEC will provide reasonableaccommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodationswith the employer.