Financial Aid Specialist
Duties:
Responsible for providing in-depth counseling of students pertaining to their unique circumstances which include: meeting with students & parents to facilitate the financial aid process, resolving discrepancies, & enforcing federal, state & College policies. Adheres to Federal Verification standards by ensuring accuracy of data reported on the Federal Application for Federal Student Aid. Maintains accuracy of student aid files, authorizes the crediting of aid awards & processes adjustments to aid awards as needed. Checks academic progress for financial aid bearing students.
Required:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent. 1-3 years student financial aid experience in higher education. Ability to plan & work independently as well as in a team. Strong customer service, vision & interpersonal skills. Excellent project & time management skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, listen carefully, interpret accurately & respond to a high volume of requests. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, database management & online searches. Knowledge of Jenzabar or comparable college platform preferred.
Status:
Regular Full Time/Exempt
Hours:
Day, evening & weekend responsibilities. Work hours may change based on the needs of the College.
Reports To:
Manager, Student Financial Services
Date Posted:
April 2, 2008. Internal candidates must post for the position within 10 calendar days from the date posted.
Apply To:
Materials submitted via email is strongly encouraged. Please submit a current resume with your salary expectations to:
Human Resources Department
Peirce College
1420 Pine Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Or e-mail to:
dmsteskal@peirce.edu
Or fax to:
215.670.9069
We will contact only those candidates who best meet our requirements.
Peirce College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.