Education Finance Specialist - Financial Aid
20 days ago
Brownsville
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., • 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., • 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.