Financial Aid Advisor

Financial Aid AdvisorAs a leading healthcare education organization, Unitek Learning's family of schools helps thousands of students launch and accelerate their careers every year. As a rapidly growing and highly successful company, Unitek is also a great place to pursue a rewarding and challenging career. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, unlimited growth potential, and a collegiate work environment.As our Financial Aid Administrator (FAA), you will meet and communicate with current, prospective and alumni students to guide them through the financial aid process. As an FAA, you will report directly to the Director of Financial Aid. You will be responsible for administering, determining eligibility, and processing student financial aid to maintain positive cash flow, in addition to other related tasks for the financial aid department.Processing Verification and DisbursementsAwards state and federal aid to eligible students according to regulations and policyCounsels students and parentsProvides estimates and packaging informationDefault Management and Financial Literacy programsAuditingRunning reports to ensure work integrityInteracting with other departments to assist studentsMaintaining up to date information on new federal regulationsAssisting with Private LoansPackaging VA benefitsRegular, in-person attendance up to 5 days per week on campus/on site is an essential function of this positionThis role requires on-site collaboration with students, faculty, and staffOther duties as assigned* Please note this position is located at our San Jose Campus Pay Range: $25-$31/hr depending on Title IV experienceBachelor's Degree preferred 2+ years of Financial Aid experience Campus VUE experience preferred Computer knowledge is recommended, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook Excellent customer service and organizational skills Attention to detail with the capability to multi-taskWe Offer:Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment2 Weeks' starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday401k with company matchCompany Paid Life Insurance at 1x's your annual salaryLeadership development and training for career advancementTuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program