Financial Assistance Advisor

ECPI University; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Financial Assistance Advisor to join their team at the Manassas campus. This role is pivotal in guiding students through the financial aid process, ensuring they have the necessary support to achieve their educational goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong critical-thinking and communication skills, enabling them to build meaningful relationships with students. By providing personalized financial advice and assistance, you will play a crucial role in enhancing students' academic journeys and helping them navigate the complexities of financial aid. If you are passionate about education and committed to student success, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong critical-thinking and analytical skills are essential for advising students.
• Effective communication skills are necessary to guide students through financial aid.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on financial aid options and eligibility requirements.
• Analyze financial data to determine aid eligibility and make awards.
• Communicate with students regarding financial aid status and changes.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Financial Planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

This position will work at ECPI University’s Manassas, VA campus location.

Transform your Career at ECPI University

Since 1966, the dedicated employees at ECPI University have helped students achieve their goals via practical training and career-focused education with over 50 Associates, Bachelor’s and Master’s Programs. Our culture is to prioritize our students’ success through the support of our dynamic team and industry focused curriculum.

Are you seeking a financial advising career at a university that promotes the enhancement of each student’s professional and personal life through education? Then a career as a Financial Assistance Advisor with ECPI University may be for you!

The Financial Assistance Advisor is responsible for providing financial aid support and advising services to both incoming and existing students. This position oversees the daily processing flow and communicates updates to assigned students working through the Financial Aid Office. Advisors must possess critical-thinking skills and use a variety of communication methods and analytical skills to guide and encourage students through the financial aid process. Advisors must build and foster strong relationships with students to support their educational goals.

Responsibilities

• Advises students about methods to pay for their education, financial aid eligibility, application procedures, financial assistance programs, costs, indebtedness, money management and financial planning; individualizes information to the needs and situation of the student.
• Collects and/or analyzes financial data on students to determine financial aid eligibility and makes awards within federal, donor and/or institutional guidelines.
• Evaluates unusual/mitigating circumstance documentation or information provided by the student; exercises judgment by making adjustments or revisions to costs, contribution, need or dependency status as exceptions to the prescribed process.
• Answers questions, inquiries or requests from students, parents, or guardians in person or in writing regarding financial aid programs and eligibility.
• Analyzes system generated reports such as grades and enrollment status or award status to verify continued compliance and eligibility of students receiving aid under federal and institutional guidelines; notify students of changes in eligibility of awards and alternatives to amend the situation.
• Interfaces with students and lenders, employers and/or Student Services staff to resolve concerns.