Financial Aid Advisor - MFSON NCI

Success Education Colleges; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Job summary

Success Education Colleges (SEC) seeks a dedicated Financial Aid Advisor to administer federal and state financial aid programs for prospective and active students. The role includes awarding, disbursing and returning aid, reporting to Campus and Corporate Directors, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities cover verifying FAFSA, counseling students, maintaining accurate files, and collaborating with Admissions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of Financial Aid experience.
• Knowledge of government regulations and Title IV.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work flexible schedule.
• Experience with financial aid software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide information to students and parents regarding financial aid program requirements and procedures.
• Review financial aid applications, forms and documentation for completeness and accuracy; verify FAFSA information.
• Input FAFSA, review ISIR and maintain funding schedule in CLASS.
• Provide entrance and exit counseling.
• Answer questions from students or parents.
• Maintain complete and accurate files and paperwork.
• Collaborate with Admissions and other personnel.
• Stay current on applicable laws and regulations.
• Attend financial aid workshops and conferences.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

MS Office

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office tools

CLASS software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Nevada Career Institute - Las Vegas, NV 89130

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: High School Diploma

Salary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

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 SUMMARY

The 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 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 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 parents
• Responsible 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 conferences
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Knowledge 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.
• DemonstratedComputer literacy skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook and internet.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of one year of FinancialAid 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 reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.