Purpose:

This is administrative work in the processing of financial aid applications of students. The primary responsibilities include coordinating and administering all financial aid services offered to new and currently enrolled students and assisting the Director with overall office operations.

Implements and maintains specialized processing software such as SCHOLAR.
Advises and assists prospective and continuing students and parents in matters concerning application procedures and aid availability.
Determines student eligibility for financial assistance.
Processes and updates financial aid applications daily.
Packages and awards financial aid.
Exercises a broad range of independent and professional judgment in directing the activities of the office in conjunction with the Director.
Processes student loan applications.
Acts as resource person to the Enrollment Services office in their recruitment efforts.
Reports to work as scheduled by immediate supervisor.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Thorough knowledge of the rules, regulations and policies relative to student financial aid activities.
Knowledge of BANNER Financial Aid Information System, Windows XP, EDE and a Word Processing Program such as Microsoft Word.
Ability to conduct interviews with students and to analyze applications in relation to financial need.
Ability to successfully meet the public, to create a favorable impression, and to establish and maintain effective working relations with other employees.

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related area required, Masters degree preferred; four years administrative work experience in a college or office setting, two of which must have been in financial aid; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Supervision:

The Financial Aid Coordinator reports to the Director of Financial Aid.