FINANCIAL AID ADVISOR I

Gurnick Academy Of Medical Arts Llc; Manlove (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Flexible Spending Accounts (Health,Dep

Health Savings Account (HSA) with plan

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts Llc is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor I to be the primary on-campus liaison for students seeking financial aid. The role involves guiding the application process, calculating tuition adjustments, and advising on loan payback and funding options.

The FAA I will package awards, perform R2TIV calculations, and ensure proper scheduling in tracking systems, while assisting students with payment plans and funding opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2 years prior work experience in financial aid, collections, and lending.
• Customer service experience is desirable.
• Registrar experience or support preferred.
• Knowledge of software applications including Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary interface for students to determine financial aid eligibility.
• Assist in applying for financial aid and calculate tuition adjustments.
• Counsel students on debt implications, cash flow, and loan payback timing.
• Assist students in applying for CAL Grant programs, scholarships, VA, and related funding.
• Package student assistance awards and schedule awards in tracking systems.
• Perform Tuition Adjustment Calculations and Return to Title IV (R2TIV) for withdrawals or leaves.
• Explain payment requirements on unfunded balances and secure a signed payment plan.

Skills

Google Suite

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Listening skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Gurnick Academy is a leading California private healthcare college offering an extensive variety of Nursing, Allied healthcare, and Imaging programs.We are currently seeking an Financial Aid Advisor I for our Gurnick Academy, CA Campus. This is a ground position working on Campus.Job Type: Full-timeHourly Pay Range:Benefits:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insuranceLife insuranceShort-term and long-term disability coverageEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent Care, Transit & Parking)Health Savings Account (HSA) with enrollment in a qualified medical planPaid time off401(k) retirement planBasic FunctionThe Financial Aid Advisor I [FAA I] is the primary interface for students to determine eligibility for financial aid, aid in the application process for financial aid, calculation of tuition amounts/adjustments, and counsel students on the implications of debt, and the cash flow and timing requirements of loan payback. The FAA I is also responsible for assisting students in applying for any other funding that may be available to them, including CAL Grant programs, program-specific assistance (such as nursing or ultrasound, etc.), scholarships and grants, VA, vocational rehabilitation programs, etc.The FAA I is also responsible for packaging student assistance awards, scheduling the awards correctly in the Gurnick tracking systems, and updating the information during repackaging, crossover award year reapplications, and at student exit interviews for withdrawing, LOA, or graduating students. The FAA I will also perform both a Tuition Adjustment Calculation and a Return to Title IV (R2TIV) funds calculation for any students withdrawing or beginning a LOA.In addition, the FAA I will be responsible for explaining the payment requirements on unfunded balances and securing a signed payment plan from the student prior to program start.Experience & EducationBachelor’s degree is preferred2 years prior work experience in financial aid, collections, and lendingCustomer service experience is desirableOrganizational knowledge of educational institutionsRegistrar experience or support preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of software applications including Google SuiteAbility to meet deadlines mandatoryIdentifies and resolves problems in a timely mannerExcellent attention to detailPrior demonstrated experience with student tracking software / systemsExcellent communication and listening skillsGurnick Academy of Medical Arts is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by any applicable law.