Financial Aid & Enrollment Advisor — Student Success

UW-Whitewater; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public university is seeking a professional to advise students on financial aid matters. This position is responsible for conducting presentations, processing financial aid documentation, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in student financial aid administration. Proficiency with software like PeopleSoft is essential, as well as excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of direct experience in student financial aid administration.
• Experience with integrated student information systems preferred.
• Ability to learn federal regulations regarding financial aid.

Responsibilities

• Advise students in person and via phone/email on financial aid.
• Conduct presentations for prospective and current students.
• Review and process financial aid applications and documentation.

Skills

Knowledge of Title IV federal financial aid regulations

Excellent customer service

Verbal and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Basic mathematical computation skills

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s degree in higher education administration or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft Campus Solutions

ImageNow document imaging system

Job description

A public university is seeking a professional to advise students on financial aid matters. This position is responsible for conducting presentations, processing financial aid documentation, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in student financial aid administration. Proficiency with software like PeopleSoft is essential, as well as excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.