Financial Aid Professional I

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Fayetteville, AR, US
Base: $39,930.00; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
Knowledge of federal and state financial aid policies
Phone counseling and communication skills
Experience with student information systems
The Financial Aid Professional I position involves counseling students and parents over the phone and presenting financial aid information at orientation sessions on campus

Job Summary

  • The Financial Aid Professional I position involves counseling students and parents over the phone and presenting financial aid information at orientation sessions on campus.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement program contributions.
  • The University is committed to equal opportunity and conducts background checks including criminal, financial credit, and sex offender registry checks as part of the hiring process.

Matching Summary

The Financial Aid Professional I position involves counseling students and parents over the phone and presenting financial aid information at orientation sessions on campus.

Salary

Base: $39,930.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, retirement contributions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Knowledge of federal and state financial aid policies
  • Phone counseling and communication skills
  • Experience with student information systems
  • Customer service in professional office setting
  • Ability to maintain collegial working relationships

Nice-to-have

  • Presentation skills for orientation sessions
  • Teamwork and collaboration abilities
  • Detail-oriented with good interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of campus and community resources

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent education
  • Preferred bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
  • Experience in college or university professional office setting
  • Customer service experience
  • Must have legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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