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 regulations
Experience with integrated student information systems
Phone counseling and communication skills
The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
  • The Financial Aid Professional I position involves counseling students and parents over the phone and presenting financial aid information at campus orientation sessions.
  • The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement programs with university contributions.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations
  • Experience with integrated student information systems
  • Phone counseling and communication skills
  • Ability to work under general supervision
  • Detail-oriented with good interpersonal skills

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Knowledge of campus and community resources
  • Customer service experience
  • Ability to evaluate and formulate recommendations
  • Familiarity with word processing and database management

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent
  • Preferred bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
  • Experience in a professional office setting on a college or university campus
  • Customer service experience
  • Must pass criminal background, financial credit, and sex offender registry checks
  • Legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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