Financial Aid Counselor — Student Support & Compliance

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

Job summary

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. seeks a Financial Services Associate to guide applicants and students through federal financial aid programs, calculating anticipated awards for PELL, SEOG, Stafford/Direct and other Title IV aid.

The role packages and awards all Title IV and related aid for each academic year and enters data in the Student Information System, while adhering to governmental regulations and institutional procedures. Requires a high level of ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Associate degree required.
• Must qualify for Professional Access to the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS).
• Two plus years of related financial advising and/or training experience.

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

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Ethical judgment

Education

Associate degree required

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet applications

Database software

NSLDS access

Job description

San Joaquin Valley College Inc. seeks a Financial Services Associate to guide applicants and students through federal financial aid programs, calculating anticipated awards for PELL, SEOG, Stafford/Direct and other Title IV aid.

The role packages and awards all Title IV and related aid for each academic year and enters data in the Student Information System, while adhering to governmental regulations and institutional procedures. Requires a high level of ethics.