Senior Financial Aid Advisor — Empower Student Access

City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

LaGuardia Community College is seeking a Financial Aid Senior Advisor in Student Financial Services to support enrollment management by advising students on federal, state, and institutional aid and guiding them through the application process. The role includes performing Title IV verification to confirm eligibility and ensuring accurate reporting to the Department of Education.

The advisor collaborates with Enrollment Services and Admissions, assists with special programs, resolves student

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.
• Knowledge of student financial aid regulations, programs, practices, procedures and registration preferred.
• Experience with CUNYfirst and related Student Financial Services software plus MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Supports enrollment management by providing financial aid information to prospective students and families.
• Advise students regarding eligibility for Federal, State and Institutional financial aid and assist in the application process.
• Perform Title IV verification to determine eligibility for federal student aid and ensure accuracy of reported information.
• Assist with determining eligibility for special programs such as College Discovery, CUNY Reconnect, NYSOP.
• Help resolve student concerns and notify them of missing information or documentation.
• Assist with special projects including Return of Title IV and Satisfactory Academic Progress tasks.
• Conduct financial aid workshops and represent the office at on- and off-campus events.
• Position may require some evenings and occasional weekends.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CUNYfirst

Microsoft Office

Job description

LaGuardia Community College is seeking a Financial Aid Senior Advisor in Student Financial Services to support enrollment management by advising students on federal, state, and institutional aid and guiding them through the application process. The role includes performing Title IV verification to confirm eligibility and ensuring accurate reporting to the Department of Education.

The advisor collaborates with Enrollment Services and Admissions, assists with special programs, resolves student