Financial Aid Specialist II: Empowering Student Access

Grand Canyon Education, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon Education, Inc. seeks a detailed Financial Aid Specialist to manage federal aid programs, scholarships and alternative loans. You will verify eligibility, audit documents and ensure FERPA confidentiality while supporting students and departments.

Responsibilities include data entry, processing disbursements, and staying current on regulations through workshops and training. Strong collaboration and accuracy are essential in a fast-paced higher education environment.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with Title IV federal student financial aid programs.
• Ability to interpret and clarify federal, state and University regulations and policies.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently within a team environment.
• Accurate, thorough and very detail oriented.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment meeting quality and quantity requirements within timelines.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite and willingness to perform data input.
• Sound judgment and critical thinking skills in complex matters.
• Good organizational ability and strategy.
• Ability to deal professionally with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Review and process federal financial aid, scholarships, and alternative loans.
• Verify information for completeness and eligibility.
• Audit financial aid documents for compliance with regulations and policies.
• Input data into databases accurately and efficiently.
• Determine eligibility for alternative loans.
• Review student appeals and assist with holds and communication with departments.
• Process all payments and disbursements for financial aid.
• Ensure confidentiality under FERPA and protect student information.
• Attend trainings to stay current on regulations and programs.
• Assist with training new Financial Aid Specialists.

Skills

Title IV knowledge

Regulatory interpretation

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

MS Office proficiency

Data entry

Critical thinking

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Three years' financial aid counseling/advising/processing experience (preferred)

Tools

CampusVue

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Job description

Grand Canyon Education, Inc. seeks a detailed Financial Aid Specialist to manage federal aid programs, scholarships and alternative loans. You will verify eligibility, audit documents and ensure FERPA confidentiality while supporting students and departments.

Responsibilities include data entry, processing disbursements, and staying current on regulations through workshops and training. Strong collaboration and accuracy are essential in a fast-paced higher education environment.