Financial Aid Advisor

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, AR, US
Base: $47,888; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
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Bachelor's degree required
Interpret federal financial aid regulations
Process fafsa forms accurately
** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is hiring a Financial Aid Advisor to support students in accessing financial assistance while ensuring compliance with regulations. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities to navigate complex financial aid processes. **

Job Summary

  • The Financial Aid Advisor works in a team environment to administer institutional, state, federal, and private financial aid to UA Little Rock students in compliance with all relevant laws.
  • This position requires the ability to interpret complex policies, assess their applicability to individual circumstances, and provide exceptional customer service to students, parents, and faculty.
  • Candidates must be eligible to gain access to financial aid administrator websites and stay informed of changes through regular professional development training.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is hiring a Financial Aid Advisor to support students in accessing financial assistance while ensuring compliance with regulations. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities to navigate complex financial aid processes. **

Salary

Base: $47,888; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Interpret federal financial aid regulations
  • Process FAFSA forms accurately
  • Adhere to FERPA and HIPAA privacy laws
  • Analyze U.S. Department of Education databases

Nice-to-have

  • Previous financial aid experience preferred
  • Strong customer service orientation
  • Ability to work flexible hours during peak demands
  • Experience with professional judgment processes
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented mindset

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • No federal student loans in default status
  • Criminal background check clearance
  • Sex Offender Registry clearance

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the US

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