Financial Aid Advisor

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College is seeking Financial Aid Advisors to counsel students and families on financial aid options. This full-time role at the North Campus involves processing FAFSA, conducting verification, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field and must be able to analyze documents and monitor grant budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and families on financial aid options.
• Process FAFSA and conduct verification processes.
• Analyze documents to determine eligibility and Satisfactory Academic Progress.
• Award grants and scholarships, monitor budgets, and manage the Federal Work Study Program.
• Interpret regulations for compliance at Federal and State levels.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a Human Services related field

Job description

Rowan‑Cabarrus Community College is looking for Financial Aid Advisors to help counsel students and their families on financial aid options. The primary responsibilities include processing FAFSA, conducting verification processes, and analyzing documents (federal tax returns, proof of citizenship, special requests, verification sheets, etc.) to determine eligibility and evaluating each student's Satisfactory Academic Progress. Advisors will award all grants and scholarships, monitor budgets of grant programs, manage the Federal Work Study Program, and maintain all program eligibility and requirements. Advisors must also interpret regulations to stay in compliance at the Federal and State level. This is a full‑time position located on the North Campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a Human Services related field