Financial Services Advisor

paulmitchell; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Mitchell The School Colorado Springs is seeking a Financial Aid Leader to design and implement a student-focused financial aid plan that supports the admissions process and school services.

This role handles grant and loan paperwork, counsels Future Professionals and parents on eligibility and guidelines, ensures compliance across records, and leads a team with integrity and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Strong data entry and record-keeping skills essential.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication abilities.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality in handling student finances.
• Familiarity with Paul Mitchell Schools' cultural and technical systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a customer-focused financial aid plan supporting admissions and school services.
• Prepare grant and loan paperwork; counsel students and parents on eligibility and guidelines.
• Conduct regular inspections of financial files to ensure regulatory and institutional compliance.
• Lead and coach staff to maintain organized, compliant, and confidential financial operations.

Skills

Data entry skills

Multitask ability

Interpersonal communication

Honesty and professionalism

Knowledge of Paul Mitchell systems

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Paul Mitchell The School Colorado Springs is seeking a qualified Financial Aid Leader to join our family! With over one hundred schools nation-wide, Paul Mitchell Schools is growing faster than ever. Our "One Size Fits All" and "Be Nice" culture creates a uniquely wonderful learning environment that attracts the most qualified staff team members who always put our Future Professionals first. Not only do we offer an education second to none, we also make time for personal and communal growth through opportunities such as FUNraising monthly team trainings, student clubs and activities, fashion shows, photo shoots and much more.

Financial Aid Leader Role

The Financial Aid Leader creates and implements a customer-focused financial aid plan that supports the Paul Mitchell Schools' culture, the admissions process and service in the school, and the Future Professionals. This is a vital position to the school, as this person prepares all paperwork pertaining to grants and loans and counsels and advises Future Professionals and parents on financial aid eligibility and guidelines. He or she conducts regular inspections of the financial files for compliance with all required documentation. Additionally, he or she has knowledge of current regulations pertinent to the release of student information.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will be able to interpret, apply, and comply with federal, state, and institutional guidelines and regulations related to financial aid. He or she provides support for various operational and problem-solving functions such as working reports and performing basic needs analysis. This person must demonstrate integrity, ethical behavior, and a high level of confidentiality in recognizing and working with confidential information and records concerning the personal finances of Future Professionals. The positon requires the ability to focus on a variety of tasks, and inspect and lead his or her team to do the same. He or she must maintain an organized and effective office and be able to set priorities, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Skills/Competencies Required:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Computer and data entry skills required
• Ability to multitask and coach others
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Solid work history with verifiable references
• Passion for the beauty industry
• Honesty and professionalism
• Knowledge in Paul Mitchell Schools' cultural and technical systems is preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similiar role required

Paul Mitchell The School Colorado Springs is an equal opportunity employer.