EdPlus Financial Intake Specialist

Job Profile:Student Support Specialist 2Job Family:Student Support ServicesTime Type:Full timeApply before 11:59 PM Arizona time the day before the posted End Date.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of experience appropriate to the area of assignment/field; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.Job Profile Summary:Connects students to a variety of academic, professional, and personal support services to overcome academic and non-academic barriers and enhance their skills to increase persistence and graduation rates.Job Description:Do you excel at helping students in a fast-paced, high-volume environment? Are you familiar with higher education financial aid policies and procedures? Then keep reading below for this EdPlus Financial Intake Specialist opportunity!ASU EdPlus is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU.Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Watch this short video !We are seeking a highly motivated, energetic and articulate EdPlus Financial Intake Specialist to join our high-performing team in the Success Coaching Center. Every day you will make a difference in the lives of others by assisting with the completion of necessary financial aid documents to ensure students are eligible for their financial aid certification. You will also perform outreach to students (and where applicable, other institutions) to facilitate collection of documentation to complete files. You will also answer general financial aid questions for students and work to resolve any obstacles to the students’ progress.Essential Duties:Collects and reviews financial aid documents for completeness, accuracy, and consistency of data from FAFSA, federal tax returns, financial aid transcripts, and other verification documents.Requests additional information regarding incomplete or inconsistent applications.Answers questions, inquiries, or requests of students and staff regarding financial aid eligibility and awards.Works as a liaison between staff and students to ensure optimal student experience and processing times.Serves as part of a support team for online students.Manages outbound call/ text/email campaigns as instructed by the Lead to ensure financial aid file completion.Proactively partners with the FASS team to escalate students requiring tier 2 assistance.Follows up on document/student action requests as directed by Lead to ensure accurate, timely receipt of financial aid information.Assumes or coordinates other duties or projects as assigned or directed.Desired Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.Experience in providing customer service.Experience in supporting students from diverse backgrounds via telephone, email, video, and chat.Experience using customer relationship management systems.Demonstrated ability to multi-task.Demonstrated knowledge of financial aid policies and procedures.Experience with Microsoft Office applications.Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced call center environment.Demonstrated knowledge of government rules, regulations, guidelines, and procedures related to financial aid.NOTE: Please answer the following questions in your cover letter:This role requires frequent outreach to students to resolve issues and support their progress. Provide an example of how you handled a high volume of student interactions (calls, emails, or texts) while maintaining a high level of customer service and ensuring timely resolution.Describe your experience reviewing financial aid or similar documentation for accuracy and completeness. How do you ensure compliance with policies and manage follow-up on missing or inconsistent information in a high-volume environment?Salary & Benefits:$51,500 - $60,200 per year; DOEThe target salary for this position is $52,000 per year.ASU offers a total compensation package that includes valuable employee benefits. See the ASU Benefits website to explore options.HealthcareFinancial SecurityRetirementFamily ResourcesTuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents, and spouse)DiscountsWorking Environment :EdPlus at ASU is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The Center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy.Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor for this position.Department Statement:EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.ASU EdPlusDriving Requirement:Driving is not required for this position.Location:Off-Campus: ScottsdaleFunding:No Federal FundingInstructions to Apply:Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.Please use the link below to log in using single sign-on. be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:Cover letterResume or CVMultiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.ASU Statement:Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.ASU is a tobacco-free university. 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