Education Finance Specialist - Financial Aid

Job Description

Job Description

We call it being a life changer, but you’ll call it a job you love while helping others find the same. You’ll have a hand in improving the lives of countless SCI students throughout Texas by working with impassioned educators and campus faculty in a collaborative, interactive environment to create optimized environment for our students.

As the Education Finance Specialist / Financial Aid Officer , you will work within federal, state and institutional policies and regulations, to provide financial aid information and counseling services to students and families.

Responsibilities

• Counsel and advise students about financial aid eligibility, application procedures, aid programs, packaging policies, costs, billing process, indebtedness, money management and financial planning.
• Determine the amount of aid, considering such factors as funds available, extent of demand, and needs of students.
• Compare data on students' applications, such as proposed budget, family income, or transcript of grades, with eligibility requirements of assistance program.
• Interview students to obtain information needed to determine eligibility for aid.
• Review FAFSA process with student – maintain copies of applicable federal tax returns required to complete this process; enter FAFSA data to complete needs analysis/budget worksheet.
• Ensure 100% student satisfaction; provide timely service during student appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

Why become an Education Finance Specialist?

• Challenge and expand your knowledge.
• Develop your skills in an entrepreneurial environment where you have influence.
• Work alongside an exceptional leadership team, passionate about educating future developers.
• Achieve challenging goals in an environment that provides tangible rewards.

Are you a good fit for SCI?

• You are passionate about education and commit to a “students first” philosophy.
• You embrace change and you are always excited to learn something new.
• You believe that goals are set to be exceeded.

Requirements

• Education/Experience: You have a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Skills: You can make mathematical calculations and reconcile records as required. You have excellent analytical, problem solving and customer service skills.
• Technical: You have a working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel.

Benefits

• Training & Development
• Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
• Continuous Growth Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)
• Basic Life & Accident Insurance
• Short & Long-term Disability
• 401K Retirement Plan
• SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer

About Southern Careers Institute

SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we’re just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.