Financial Assistance Advisor

Advanced Technology Institute, Virginia; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Financial Assistance Advisor to support students in navigating financial aid options. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, experience in advising, and proficiency in relevant software. Responsibilities include advising students, analyzing financial eligibility, and communicating effectively with various stakeholders. This position is based in Virginia Beach, VA and requires the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.
• Utilizing AI tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on financial aid eligibility and application procedures.
• Collect and analyze student financial data for eligibility.
• Evaluate unusual circumstances for financial aid adjustments.
• Answer student inquiries regarding financial aid programs.
• Analyze reports to verify continued student eligibility.
• Interface with students and lenders to resolve concerns.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Well-developed oral and written communication skills

Excellent organizational and analytical skills

Ability to handle high-pressure environment

Ability to interact with various constituents

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

CampusVue Student database

Job description

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This position will work at ATI's Virginia Beach, VA campus location.

Overview

Financial Assistance Advisor

This position will work at ATI's Virginia Beach, VA campus location.

Since 1975, the dedicated employees at Advanced Technology Institute (ATI) have helped students achieve their goals via practical training and career-focused education with programs in Automotive Technology, Diesel/Heavy Vehicle, Diesel Technology II, Commercial Driving, HVAC/Refrigeration, Maritime Welding, and a School of High Performance Automotive Technology. 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 ATI may be for you!

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.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of related experience.
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.

Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in CampusVue Student database, preferred.
• Utilizing AI tools preferred.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to quickly master new methodologies, technologies, and systems.
• Ability to handle a high-pressure environment with significant timeline pressures.
• Able to interact with employees, potential students, and outside contacts of all levels, providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work independently and with a team as well as with various constituents.

Benefits

To learn more about benefits at ATI, contact the employer for details.

ATI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.