Financial Aid Advisor Ii

Iowa State University

Ames, IA, United States
Onsite
Financial aid management systems
Federal and state financial aid regulations
Fafsa, fisap, ipeds
This student-centered advising role will work closely with special populations, particularly Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) students and NCAA student athletes, providing individualized guidance on financing professional education

Job Summary

  • This student-centered advising role will work closely with special populations, particularly Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) students and NCAA student athletes, providing individualized guidance on financing professional education.
  • A core focus of this position is financial literacy and proactive advising, counseling students on responsible loan borrowing, cumulative indebtedness, and strategies for managing finances throughout veterinary school and beyond.
  • The Office of Student Financial Aid at Iowa State University is committed to empowering over 85% of undergraduate students through the administration of more than $400 million in financial assistance annually.

Matching Summary

This student-centered advising role will work closely with special populations, particularly Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) students and NCAA student athletes, providing individualized guidance on financing professional education.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial aid management systems
  • Federal and state financial aid regulations
  • FAFSA, FISAP, IPEDS
  • Student-centered advising
  • Financial literacy and proactive advising
  • Manage financial aid processes

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to manage deadlines
  • Problem-solving
  • Passion for financial education

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 2 years of related experience
  • Experience with financial aid management systems
  • Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations
  • Prior experience in higher education setting
  • Experience presenting or facilitating workshops

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the US on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

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