Student Financial Aid Advocate

Ozarka College; Melbourne (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Ozarka College seeks a full-time Financial Aid Specialist to assist current and prospective students at Ozarka College sites. You will report to the Director of Enrollment Services and collaborate with the Registrar, Financial Aid Team, Recruiter, and Student Support Staff to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience.

The role focuses on FAFSA guidance, mailings, data pulls for loans and SAP appeals, and maintaining accurate student records in SONIS.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong computer skills with word processing, spreadsheets, email and data systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, integrity, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline FAFSA questions and guidance.
• Manage financial aid mailings and inquiries.
• Pull data for student loans and SAP appeals.
• Maintain accurate student records in SONIS and scholarship files.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Multitasking

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

SONIS

Electronic student data systems

Job description

Ozarka College seeks a full-time Financial Aid Specialist to assist current and prospective students at Ozarka College sites. You will report to the Director of Enrollment Services and collaborate with the Registrar, Financial Aid Team, Recruiter, and Student Support Staff to ensure a smooth, welcoming experience.

The role focuses on FAFSA guidance, mailings, data pulls for loans and SAP appeals, and maintaining accurate student records in SONIS.