Temporary Financial Aid Specialist: PowerFAIDS Expert

National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA is seeking a temporary, full-time Financial Aid Specialist for a one-year term, with potential extension. The role focuses on reviewing applications, determining eligibility, and creating offers using PowerFAIDS.

The position supports Senior Associate and Director level work and may include training sessions and loan certification support, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience with PowerFAIDS packaging.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies.
• Familiarity with College’s CSS Profile and institutional methodology.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and time management.

Responsibilities

• Review financial aid applications and package aid to meet enrollment goals.
• Verify student eligibility for institutional, federal, and state aid by reconciliation of FAFSA and CSS Profile and documents.
• Ensure compliance with policies and participate in trainings to stay current on regulation changes.
• Review and process Federal Direct Loan and private/alternative loan applications.
• Meet virtually with students regarding financial aid questions.
• Assist in cleaning up reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Independent work

Collaborative

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerFAIDS

CSS Profile

Job description

Dickinson College in Carlisle, PA is seeking a temporary, full-time Financial Aid Specialist for a one-year term, with potential extension. The role focuses on reviewing applications, determining eligibility, and creating offers using PowerFAIDS.

The position supports Senior Associate and Director level work and may include training sessions and loan certification support, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies.