Financial Aid Specialist

2 weeks ago

Columbia, South Carolina, United States Southeastern College Full time
Position Overview

The mission of Southeastern College is to provide exceptional career education in a supportive environment. We emphasize the essential skills and knowledge required for today's job market through courses that focus on skill application and career development.

At Southeastern College, we pride ourselves on hiring faculty with real-world experience in their respective fields. This ensures that our students receive instruction from professionals who possess both practical insights and the necessary formal education.

This approach enables our faculty to create an educational atmosphere that mirrors the professional environment students will encounter in their future careers.

Role of the Financial Aid Specialist

The Financial Aid Specialist plays a crucial role in assisting students throughout the financial aid process, ensuring they are adequately funded, organized, and ready to commence each academic term.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Guide students in completing the FAFSA application.
  • Assess students' eligibility for Title IV funding.
  • Prepare cost estimates and clarify funding options for students and their families.
  • Assist students in gathering necessary documentation for aid processing, particularly for those selected for verification.
  • Monitor weekly reports to confirm the timely processing of all students' financial aid.
  • Submit financial aid packages by established deadlines.
  • Maintain a low error rate in submitted financial aid packages.
  • Deliver outstanding customer service and respond to student inquiries effectively.
Qualifications:
  • Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Proven ability to demonstrate key professional behaviors.
  • Familiarity with federal and state funding programs is advantageous.
  • Understanding of Title IV regulations is beneficial.
  • Experience with CampusVue software is a plus.
  • Prior financial aid experience is helpful.
  • Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.
Essential Professional Behaviors:
  • Dependability: Respond promptly to requests.
  • Teamwork: Balance individual and team responsibilities.
  • Decision Making: Show readiness to make informed decisions.
  • Communication: Effectively convey information to others.
  • Time Management: Complete all tasks within designated timeframes.
  • Work Ethic: Exhibit an organized, results-driven approach with minimal supervision.
  • Accuracy: Maintain a high standard of work quality and precision.
  • Innovation: Employ creative, solution-focused strategies to resolve challenges.

This is a full-time position requiring availability during both daytime and evening hours, with the expectation of reporting to the designated work location each day.

We appreciate your interest in joining our educational institution. Southeastern College is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and prohibits discrimination and harassment based on various protected characteristics.

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