Financial Aid Counselor – Federal Programs & NSLDS

Carrington College; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking a Financial Services Associate to meet with applicants and students to determine eligibility for federal financial aid programs, calculate anticipated awards, and properly package Title IV and non-Title IV aid for each academic year and enter this in the Student Information Systems as required.

All work is performed within established governmental regulations and institutional procedures, with a high level of ethics in counseling students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Associate degree required.
• Must qualify for NSLDS access.
• Two plus years of related financial advising or training experience preferred.
• PC skills in Microsoft Office, Internet applications, and database software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Provide an overview of the Financial Aid process and programs available to qualifying students.
• Perform estimates and calculations as it relates to Tuition and Financial Aid based on a student’s unique eligibility.
• Counsel students regarding financial aid paperwork, award information, and options for covering educational expenses.
• Create and schedule funding plans for enrolled students.
• Evaluate all submitted Financial Aid documentation and determine additional requirements.
• Deliver the highest level of service and experience to students and co-workers while maintaining performance metrics.
• Track students’ progress and review changes to Financial Aid eligibility throughout the program.
• Perform required document tracking for drops, terminations, and graduates, including R2T4, PWD, and loan exit materials.
• Enhance the financial literacy of students and graduates to ensure professional success.
• Uphold Title IV, state, military, VA, and institutional knowledge and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet applications

Database software

Job description

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. is seeking a Financial Services Associate to meet with applicants and students to determine eligibility for federal financial aid programs, calculate anticipated awards, and properly package Title IV and non-Title IV aid for each academic year and enter this in the Student Information Systems as required.

All work is performed within established governmental regulations and institutional procedures, with a high level of ethics in counseling students.