Financial Aid Specialist

Job Description: Execute financial aid and private loan activitiesImplement financial aid policies and proceduresEnsure financial aid complianceWork together with the Campus Director, Enrollment Advisor and Student Services to ensure high customer service standardsPerform administrative functions and complete management reports accurately and timelyAbide by the school, state, and federal standardsRequirements: Meet with prospective and current (or returning) students (and their families) to determine financial aid eligibility and provide guidance to them about financial aid-related applications.Review student files and withdrawal documents for completeness and accuracy, in compliance with Federal, institutional policies and procedures.Have a clear working understanding of Title IV program information.Evaluates Federal and/or institutional requirements for all students who withdraw from TUBC.Verifies attendance, recalculates student eligibility and processes return of TIV funds.Performs all refunds to ensure funds are returned to the appropriate Federal programs within required timeframes.Work closely with the Business Office to verify student accounts when necessary.Work closely with campus and Corporate Registrars to ensure timely processing of all student dismissals.Report to Vice President of Student Finance for timely completion on all Federal calculationsAssist students/parents with applications for financial aid.Explain awards to students/parents as it relates to their financial aid eligibility.Research and resolve any problems in a student FA file.Financial aid packaging-Reinstate and subsequent academic years.All electronic processing- ISIR, FAFSAs, MPNs.Timely and accurate processing of financial aid.Maintain knowledge of appropriate regulations (Federal, state and institutional).The ability to calculate R2T4 refunds for drops/withdrawals.Provide student FA updates to the Admissions Advisor and Campus Director.Responsible for managing the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant.Special projects as needed.DOE/Title IV rules and regulationsCustomer ServiceOrganizational skillsTeam Player; ability to work well with AdmissionsDetail OrientedExcellent follow through skillsPro-active thinkerVerbal and written communication skillsComputer skillsBenefits: Generous Paid Time Off9 paid holidays per calendar year401K PlanAccess to Continuing Education Units (CEU) ClassesComplimentary Services at our Student ClinicProduct DiscountsOpportunities for Career AdvancementA Rewarding and Dynamic Work Environment