Financial Aid Advisor

Job Summary

The Financial Services Advisor is responsible for advising and assisting current and prospective students with all aspects of financial aid. This includes accurately and efficiently advising, packaging, and awarding students their financial aid. Weekly reports on the status of student’s application process will be prepared and distributed.

Functions

• Counsel prospective students and/or parents regarding financial aid.
• Counsel and advise current students on their financial aid package and assist in directing students to appropriate departments concerning any areas the student needs assistance with.
• Efficiently assist in the completion of the FAFSA, Stafford loan application and other financial aid documentation as needed with the incoming students.
• Review financial aid package with student.
• Accurately package financial aid awards in the SCT Banner system.
• Tracking and monitoring student’s awards to ensure funds are accurately received on a timely basis.
• Follow up with students on any missing or inaccurate information.
• Adhere to all Federal and State Financial Aid Guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Associates Degree required, Bachelors degree a plus.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and the ability to work with a diverse group, in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills required in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• High attention to detail is required.
• Knowledge of SCT Banner, Title IV and NYS Financial Aid Programs a plus.

Functions (continued)

• A combination of day, evening and weekend hours are required.

Pay

Salary Range $46,000- $48,000 ($22.11- $23.07 per hour)

This position is eligible for overtime.

Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate’s actual base pay for this role will take into account a wide range of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.