Financial Aid Specialist

The Financial Aid Specialist will execute financial aid and private loan activities, implement financial aid policies and procedures, and ensure financial aid compliance. Work together with the Campus Director, Enrollment Advisor and Student Services to ensure high customer service standards. Perform administrative functions and complete management reports accurately and timely. Abide by the school, state, and federal standards. Responsibilities 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 Evaluate Federal and/or institutional requirements for all students who withdraw from TUBC Verify attendance, recalculates student eligibility and process return of Title IV funds Perform 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 calculations Assist 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 regulations Customer Service Organizational skills Team Player; ability to work well with Admissions Detail oriented Excellent follow through skills Pro-active thinker Verbal and written communication skills Computer skills Qualifications Strong knowledge of Federal, state and institutional financial aid policies and procedures Experience with Title IV programs, FAFSAs, ISIRs, and refunds Ability to interpret and apply regulations to student files and procedures Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Benefits Generous Paid Time Off 9 paid holidays per calendar year 401K Plan Access to Continuing Education Units (CEU) Classes Complimentary Services at our Student Clinic Product Discounts Opportunities for Career Advancement #J-18808-Ljbffr Tricoci University of Beauty Culture