Financial Assistance Advisor
Role Overview
This can be a remote position based on experience.
Transform your Career at ECPI University
Since 1966, ECPI University’s employees have been dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and career goals through our unique education model.
Our culture is to prioritize our students’ success through the support of our dynamic team and industry focused curriculum.
ECPI University provides a stable work environment, with professional growth opportunities, and competitive benefits.
If you are interested in joining us in making a difference in students’ lives, we would love to hear from you to discuss the opportunity.
Key Skills for This Role
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Benefits of Employment
- ECPI University provides comprehensive benefits, some of which are highlighted below:
- Tuition scholarship program available to employees and their immediate family members after 90 days of employment
- Competitive compensation and medical/dental benefit plans
- 401(k) participation with possible employer contributions
Responsibilities
- Advises students about methods to pay for their education, financial aid eligibility, application procedures, financial assistance programs, costs, indebtedness, money management and financial planning; individualizes information to the particular needs and situation of the student.
- Collects and/or analyzes financial data on students to determine financial aid eligibility and makes awards within federal, donor and/or institutional guidelines.
- Evaluates unusual/mitigating circumstance documentation or information provided by the student; exercises judgment by making adjustments or revisions to costs, contribution, need or dependency status as exceptions to the prescribed process.
- Answers questions, inquiries or requests from students, parents, or guardians in person or in writing regarding financial aid programs and eligibility.
- Analyzes system generated reports such as grades and enrollment status or award status to verify continued compliance and eligibility of students receiving aid under federal and institutional guidelines; notify students of changes in eligibility of awards and alternatives to amend the situation.
- Interfaces with students and lenders, employers and/or Student Services staff to resolve concerns.
Qualifications
- Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 2-3 years of related experience.
- Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.
- Skills/Abilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in CampusVue Student database, preferred.
- Utilizing AI tools preferred
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to quickly master new methodologies, technologies and systems.
- Ability to handle a high pressure environment with significant timeline pressures.
- Able to interact with employees, potential students and outside contacts of all levels, providing excellent customer service.
- Ability to work independently and with a team as well as with various constituents.
- ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About ECPI University
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