Military & Veteran Financial Aid Specialist

University of San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

University of San Diego is seeking a Financial Aid Assistant for Military and Veteran Support. The role focuses on coordinating scholarships, advising military and veteran students, and supporting special populations within the Office of Financial Aid.

Key duties include processing VA/YR awards, performing need analysis, and assisting with SAP and other financial aid tasks. The position requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required. Substitution: high school diploma with two years of work experience may substitute for a bachelor’s degree at a rate of two years per one year of degree.
• One year of experience in an office or administrative role is required.
• Demonstrated success in a high-volume, high-production setting.
• Effective oral and written communication skills; good interpersonal skills and discretion.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate VA/YR Scholarship Awards, Military Tuition Awards, ROTC Scholarships.
• Advise students on financial aid matters for Military and Veteran Students.
• Provide support for Undocumented students and Torero Renaissance Scholars.
• Provide support for SAP processing and related tasks.
• Assist with FAST shifts and respond to student inquiries via call and chat.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Office experience

High production environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

University of San Diego is seeking a Financial Aid Assistant for Military and Veteran Support. The role focuses on coordinating scholarships, advising military and veteran students, and supporting special populations within the Office of Financial Aid.

Key duties include processing VA/YR awards, performing need analysis, and assisting with SAP and other financial aid tasks. The position requires a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and strong communication skills.