Financial Aid Advisor

Job Summary

The Financial Aid Advisor (Federal Work-Study Coordinator) plays a critical role in managing student employment. This position oversees the Federal Work-Study program, coordinating campus-wide student employment. The advisor works closely with departmental supervisors to post positions, hire students, and manage funding allocations.

The Advisor serves one-fifth of student applicants, providing comprehensive guidance on aid programs, HOPE eligibility, and academic progress requirements. The role extends to conducting financial aid presentations at various on-campus and off-campus workshops, offering detailed insights into application processes and program structures.

The position requires multitasking abilities, strong initiative, meticulous attention to detail, and a flexible approach to prioritizing tasks. Success requires a positive attitude and a deep commitment to supporting students' financial access to education, aligning with the broader missions of the Financial Aid Office and Enrollment Management Team.

Responsibilities

Advising - 40

• Provide one-on-one support to 20% of all students and their families understand federal, state, and institutional financial aid options.
• Explain how to apply for and maintain federal aid, state aid, institutional and other aid guiding students through these options via in-person meetings, phone conversations and email correspondence.
• Delivering timely and personalized assistance.

Coordinating - 35

• Communicate with campus departments about Federal Work-Study fund allocations.
• Collaborate with departments and Human Resources on student hiring processes.
• Create detailed earning reports to:
• Help departments monitor annual expenditures.
• Track overall spending against Department of Education allocations.
• Compare federal and institutional matching funds.

Program Development - 10

Work with campus departments to:

• Create and post student job positions
• Develop on-campus training workshops for department supervisors
• Organize job fairs to match students with departments

Outreach - 5

• Serve as a Financial Aid Office representative at student and parent events.
• Participate in campus visitation programs.
• Present financial Aid information for various on campus and on campus events.

Reporting - 5

Utilize payroll data to prepare:

• Bi-weekly reconciliation reports.
• Balance reports for GCSU Business Office.
• Annual FISAP (Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate) report.

Other - 5

• Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Assists other team members during peak periods.
• Adapts to changing priorities and workplace needs.
• Participates in special projects as needed.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

1-3 years of professional experience

Proposed Salary

This position is a pay grade 5. The starting salary is $30,828.00. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience.

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Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV
• List of References