Financial Aid Advisor

Paul Mitchell Schools; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 38,250 - 46,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Supplemental insurance

Paid holidays

Generous vacation package

Job summary

A leading beauty education provider in Newark, DE, seeks a full-time Financial Aid Advisor to assist students with financial aid processes. This role requires strong communication skills and a friendly demeanor. Responsibilities include guiding students through tuition payments and financial aid options, while ensuring compliance with regulations. The position offers a competitive salary starting at $42,500/year along with comprehensive benefits, creating an opportunity to make a significant impact in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively face-to-face, over the phone, and via Zoom.
• Some experience in sales is beneficial for handling payment conversations.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in understanding and navigating the financial aid process.
• Provide guidance on tuition payments and financial aid options.
• Process and review financial aid applications and maintain compliance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Friendly, approachable personality

Sales experience

Job description

Benefits

Are you dedicated to guiding students toward achieving their educational dreams? Paul Mitchell Schools in Newark, DE, is seeking a skilled and professional full‑time Financial Aid Advisor to join our team. This full‑time role offers a competitive salary starting at $42,500/year and includes a comprehensive benefits package with a generous vacation package, paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and supplemental insurance.

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Supplemental insurance
• Paid holidays
• A generous vacation package

The Financial Aid Advisor will work a full‑time schedule, Monday through Friday, with one evening shift per week until 8 PM. This schedule ensures a consistent routine and a healthy work‑life balance.

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT OUR FAMILY‑ORIENTED BUSINESS?

At Paul Mitchell Schools, we’re all about uplifting others and making dreams come true! We provide comprehensive, hands‑on education to help future professionals advance their cosmetology skills and develop fulfilling careers in the beauty industry. With schools all across the country, we’re dedicated to helping people find their niche and follow their passions. Not only do we help our students, but we also give back to our community by offering scholarships and raising money through local fundraising campaigns. If you’re looking for a workplace where your skills are valued and you make a meaningful difference, this is it!

DO YOU MEET THESE QUALIFICATIONS?

• Strong communication skills with the ability to speak effectively face‑to‑face, over the phone, and via Zoom
• A friendly, approachable personality
• Some sales experience is ideal! This role is not about selling but having those tough conversations about payments and financing is similar to someone who has been in sales before.

WHAT WILL YOU DO AS A FINANCIAL AID ADVISOR?

In this role, you will assist both prospective and current students in understanding and navigating the financial aid process. You will provide individualized guidance on tuition payments and financial aid options, ensuring that each student has the information they need to make informed decisions. Your responsibilities will also include processing and reviewing financial aid applications, maintaining compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, and keeping accurate records. You will interact with students in person, over the phone, and via Zoom, offering essential support throughout their educational journey.

READY TO APPLY AND ADVANCE YOUR CAREER?

If you are ready to join a team that values integrity, excellence, and student success, we invite you to apply. Our quick and mobile‑friendly initial application process takes just 3 minutes to complete.