Financial Aid Advisor

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Little Rock, Arkansas, United States
Base: $47,888; bonus/equity: not specified; benefi...
Bachelor's degree required
Interpret federal financial aid regulations
Process fafsa and verification documents
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

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 and regulations while providing exceptional customer service to students, parents, faculty, and staff.
  • The role involves regularly attending professional development training to stay informed of changes to federal and state aid programs and applying this knowledge to daily responsibilities.

Matching 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.

Salary

Base: $47,888; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Interpret federal financial aid regulations
  • Process FAFSA and verification documents
  • Adhere to FERPA and HIPAA privacy laws
  • Analyze U.S. Department of Education databases
  • Exercise professional judgment on aid adjustments

Nice-to-have

  • Previous financial aid experience preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours during peak demands
  • Experience leading campus financial aid presentations
  • Self-motivated with strong organizational skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • No federal student loans in default status
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States
  • Pass criminal background check and sex offender registry check

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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