Remote Financial Aid Specialist – Higher Ed Support

Southside Virginia Community College; Alberta (VA); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework options

Job summary

Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is seeking a Financial Aid Specialist to guide students through FAFSA, provide accurate financial aid counseling, and ensure timely awarding in a high-volume environment.

You will use systems such as PeopleSoft, COD, NSLDS, and Salesforce to process, track, and report financial aid data, while maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with federal/state regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience communicating with students, customers or the public in fast-paced settings.
• Strong data entry, reporting, and use of financial aid platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and families with FAFSA completion and guidance on financial aid eligibility.
• Process and award financial aid in a high-volume environment with deadlines.
• Coordinate G3 program eligibility, SAP, and VA education benefits as needed.
• Serve as School Certifying Official for VA benefits and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain FERPA-compliant records and support enrollment management goals.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Data entry

Report generation

Knowledge of financial aid regulations

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

PeopleSoft

Microsoft Office

Job description

Southside Virginia Community College (SVCC) is seeking a Financial Aid Specialist to guide students through FAFSA, provide accurate financial aid counseling, and ensure timely awarding in a high-volume environment.

You will use systems such as PeopleSoft, COD, NSLDS, and Salesforce to process, track, and report financial aid data, while maintaining strict confidentiality and compliance with federal/state regulations.