Financial Aid Specialist

Ozarka College; Melbourne (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozarka College seeks a full-time Financial Aid Specialist to assist current and prospective students at Ozarka College sites. You will report to the Director of Enrollment Services and collaborate with the Registrar, Financial Aid Team, Recruiter, and Student Support Staff to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience.

The role focuses on FAFSA guidance, mailings, data pulls for loans and SAP appeals, and maintaining accurate student records in SONIS.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer skills with word processing, spreadsheets, email and data systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, integrity, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline FAFSA questions and guidance.
• Manage financial aid mailings and inquiries.
• Pull data for student loans and SAP appeals.
• Maintain accurate student records in SONIS and scholarship files.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Multitasking

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

SONIS

Electronic student data systems

Job description

Ozarka College is seeking applicants for the position of full time Financial Aid Specialist serving current and potential students at Ozarka College sites.The Financial Aid Specialist will be acting under the director of the Dean of Enrollment Services. This position will collaborate with the Registrar, Financial Aid Team, Recruiter, and Student Support Staff.

Why This Role Matters

As the Financial Aid Specialist, you are the welcoming face and helpful voice of Ozarka College! Operating right at the heart of our Admissions and Financial Aid suite, you will be the ultimate champion for current and prospective students, guiding them toward their educational goals. If you love connecting with people, keeping things organized, and making a tangible difference in students' lives every day, this energetic and collaborative role is exactly where you belong.

What You'll Do (Key Responsibilities)

We have streamlined the daily rhythm of this position into two fun and fulfilling core pillars:

• Simplify Financial Aid: Provide frontline support by answering student questions about FAFSA setup, financial aid mailings, and general inquiries.


• Keep Us Running Smoothly: Jump in on fun events like Financial Aid nights and assist the team by pulling essential data for student loans and SAP appeals.


• Master the Data: Keep student records sleek and accurate in our electronic database (SONIS) and maintain up-to-date scholarship files.


• Stay Moving: Handle the essential daily mail delivery between the Student Services and Administration buildings twice a day.

2. College Culture & Innovation

• Spread Positivity: Proudly represent Ozarka College with professional etiquette, a fantastic attitude, and a cooperative spirit.


• Innovate Daily: Keep your eyes peeled for ways to make our operations more efficient and vibrant for the North Central Arkansas community.


• Lift Others Up: Treat everyone with the utmost dignity, empowering learners to reach their absolute highest potential.

Who You Are (Qualifications)

The Essentials:

• Education: A high school diploma or its formal equivalent.


• Tech Savvy: Great computer skills, including experience with word processing, spreadsheets, email, and electronic student data systems.


• Power Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, rock-solid personal integrity, and a knack for juggling multiple tasks with killer organization.

The Extra Flex (Preferred):

• An Associate degree (or higher) majoring in general business or a related field.

Ozarka College and the State of Arkansas does not discriminate in access to employment opportunities or in employment or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.
All Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion and satisfactory results of a background check.

Director of Human Resources
Ozarka College
P.O. Box 10
Melbourne, Ar 72556
870.368.2002
870.368.2094 fax