Financial Aid Advisor I

Bryant & Stratton College; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant & Stratton College in Hampton, VA is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to guide current and prospective students through federal and state financial aid processes, including packaging and awarding aid.

The role supports audits, assists with orientation and events, tracks awards, and ensures compliance with VA certifications and guidelines. Strong customer service and computer skills (Word/Excel) are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• Excellent customer service and ability to work with a diverse group.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word and Excel; Banner knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist Financial Aid Manager in preparation and submission of audits.
• Participate in financial aid portion of orientation, registration, graduation and other events.
• Track and monitor student awards to ensure funds are received timely.
• Follow up with students on missing or inaccurate information.
• Adhere to Federal and State Financial Aid Guidelines.
• Process VA certifications.
• Monitor enrollment status and progress of VA students and report appropriately.
• All other duties required by manager.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Customer service

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Banner

Job description

Bryant & Stratton College, Hampton Roads Market is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor. The Financial Aid Advisor is responsible for advising and assisting current and prospective students with all aspects of financial aid. This includes accurately and efficiently advising, packaging, and awarding students their financial aid.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

• Assist Financial Aid Manager in preparation and submission of all audits.
• Participate in the financial aid portion of orientation, registration, graduation and other events as required.
• Track and monitor student awards to ensure funds are accurately received on a timely basis.
• Follow up with students on any missing or inaccurate information.
• Adhere to all Federal and State Financial Aid Guidelines.
• Process VA certifications.
• Keep the VA informed of the enrollment status of Veterans and other eligible persons. Use basic forms to keep the VA informed, such as: Enrollment Certification (VA Form 22-1999 submitted via Enrollment Manager) to report required enrollment information, Notice of Change in Student Status (VA Form 22-1999b submitted via Enrollment Manager) to report changes to enrollment information.
• Monitor subjects pursued by a student and certify to VA only those subjects that apply to their program. Monitor grades to ensure satisfactory progress is being made. Report when a student is terminated due to unsatisfactory progress. Monitor student conduct and report when student is suspended or dismissed, assist with the completion of out-processing of graduates and withdrawn students, and any other related documentation and certification for VA students & Voc. Rehab.
• All other duties required by manager.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's Degree
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work with a diverse group, in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills required in Microsoft, Word, and Excel. Working knowledge of Banner helpful.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sex/gender (including pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity (including transgender status) or any other legally protected characteristics ("protected characteristics").

SALARY

$46,000 annually

This position is eligible for overtime.

Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate’s actual base pay for this role will take into account a wide range of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. At Bryant & Stratton College, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Information about the total compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process.

Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Novice

Multitasking Intermediate

Communication Intermediate

Behaviors

Required

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education

Preferred

Associates or better.

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