Financial Aid Assistant

BRYAN UNIVERSITY

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Tempe, Arizona

Remote OK

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Support students with Title IV paperwork and Federal Student Aid IDs while acting as a liaison between the Financial Aid and Admissions offices. Conduct interviews with applicants to qualify them for aid and ensure all documentation is accurate and compliant.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma or GED and 1-2 years of experience in higher education Financial Aid or a related field. You possess excellent customer service, presentation, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a virtual environment using various software programs.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Title IV

FSA ID

CampusVue

MS Office

Gmail

Zoom

Job Description

At Bryan University we believe in challenging the boundaries of traditional education and in liberating the innate greatness in people. We know that online learning is the best option for students looking to transform their lives. We offer career-focused degree programs that empower Bryan University graduates with the knowledge and practical skills that lead directly to professional careers.

Visit https://bryanuniversity.edu/about/careers/ to learn more about what makes us stand apart.

This is a remote, work-from-home position. We will consider applicants that reside in the following states: Arizona, Idaho, Nevada, Texas, and Utah. 

Pay Range: $21.00 per hour

Bryan University has been recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Arizona for the past 7 years in a row! We offer a robust benefits package that includes:

  • *Medical
  • *Dental
  • *Vision
  • HSA
  • Telemedicine
  • An Award-Winning Wellness Program
  • Tuition Assistant Program
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Options
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off 
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • An Empowering Company Culture
  • Computer Equipment Provided
  • Work from Home

(* includes domestic partner coverage)

 
Position Summary of the Financial Aid Assistant:

As the Financial Aid Assistant, you’ll support Bryan University’s mission to help our students liberate their innate greatness by helping students with Title IV paperwork including helping the student obtain a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID, answer questions, act as a liaison between the Financial Aid (FA) office and the Admissions office, and ensure students are supported in achieving their individualized plans through proper financing.

Responsibilities of the Financial Aid Assistant:

  • Conduct interviews with applicants seeking to qualify and obtain financial aid
  • Applicants are inspired to their highest level of achievement and excellence
  • Applicants are treated with fairness, respect, impartiality, and objectivity while abiding by all accreditation/compliance rules and regulations
  • Applicants are contacted in a timely manner and the customer service provided meets or exceeds expectations
  • Examine applicant documents for completeness and accuracy
  • Other duties as assigned by the VP of Student Finance and the Associate Director of Financial Aid

Requirements of the Financial Aid Assistant:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • 1 - 2 years of professional experience in higher education Financial Aid or a related field, along with the ability to show demonstrated knowledge of the financial aid process.
  • Excellent customer service skills including phone and email etiquette.
  • Strong presentation and organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a collaborative environment.
  • Ability to work in a virtual environment using multiple software programs simultaneously including MS Office programs, Canvas, CampusVue, Gmail and Zoom, etc.
  • Attend required annual trainings as requested on campus.

Bryan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.

BRYAN UNIVERSITY

Bryan University has been providing focused, relevant career training programs to students since 1982. Bryan was founded on an unwavering desire to improve the lives of our students. That’s why it’s a part of our Mission Statement: Our mission is to improve the lives of our students, our team and our employers. We accomplish our mission by providing quality education in an environment that enables our team to thrive and our students to realize their potential, creating a positive impact within our communities. More than 30 years later, these things remain at the core of our goals and mission as a career training school. We strive to improve the lives of our students, whether they have a family, are in the military, or are just looking for a fresh start in life. By offering programs 100% online, we strive to provide the support and flexibility the modern student deserves.
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