Student-Centric Financial Aid Advisor I

Gurnick Academy Of Medical Arts Llc; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

EAP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor I for its Fresno Campus. This on-ground, full-time role supports students through aid eligibility, applications, and tuition planning.

The FAA I will package awards, run repackaging, and manage R2TIV and Tuition Adjustment calculations. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree (preferred) with 2 years in financial aid or relevant customer service; familiarity with CAL Grant, VA, scholarships, and student tracking systems is a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Knowledge of financial aid processes
• Experience in educational institutions or registrar systems beneficial
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Interface with students to determine eligibility for financial aid and assist with applications.
• Calculate tuition amounts/adjustments and counsel students on debt implications and loan payback timing.
• Assist with funding applications including CAL Grant, scholarships, VA and other programs.
• Package and schedule student aid awards in tracking systems; update during repackaging and reapplications.
• Perform Tuition Adjustment Calculations and Return to Title IV (R2TIV) calculations for withdrawals/LOAs.
• Explain payment requirements on unfunded balances and secure a signed payment plan.
• Support exit interviews for withdrawing, LOA, or graduating students.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Deadline management

Problem solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor I for its Fresno Campus. This on-ground, full-time role supports students through aid eligibility, applications, and tuition planning.

The FAA I will package awards, run repackaging, and manage R2TIV and Tuition Adjustment calculations. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree (preferred) with 2 years in financial aid or relevant customer service; familiarity with CAL Grant, VA, scholarships, and student tracking systems is a