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
Experience with student information systems
Phone counseling and communication skills
The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity

Job Summary

  • The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.
  • The Financial Aid Professional I position offers a vibrant work environment with benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, leave accrual, and retirement programs.
  • This role involves counseling students and parents on financial aid, participating in orientation sessions, and assisting with default management under state and federal regulations.

Matching Summary

The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Knowledge of federal and state financial aid policies
  • Experience with student information systems
  • Phone counseling and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team environment
  • Detail-oriented with good interpersonal skills

Nice-to-have

  • Customer service experience in professional office
  • Knowledge of campus and community resources
  • Familiarity with word processing and database programs
  • Ability to evaluate information and make recommendations

Key Requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent
  • Preferred bachelor's degree in business administration or related field
  • Experience in professional office setting on college/university campus
  • 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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