College Financial Aid Adv I

City Colleges of Chicago•Chicago, IL

41d•$61,136 - $61,724

About The Position

Arturo Velasquez Institute is searching for a Financial Aid Advisor I. A successful candidate will have excellent customer service skills, experience providing administrative support to a fast-paced office, and a desire to help students achieve their academic goals.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or the equivalent plus two years of college supplemented by at least two years of responsible clerical experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Some knowledge of applicable financial aid software. Knowledge of financial aid procedures in a college setting. Knowledge of financial aid programs.
Ability to operate a personal computer; perform basic math computations; interpret college and financial aid policies and procedures.
Good interviewing skills. Good verbal communication skills. Good human relations skills.
Candidate selected for this position must be have the availability to travel from Arturo Velasquez Institute as needed
Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience awarding federal aid in compliance with Veterans Affairs and Department of Defense regulations preferred.
Bilingual proficiency (Spanish-English) preferred

Responsibilities

Counsels and advises students, parents, and other interested parties on the availability of student financial aid programs to assist in meeting college education costs.
Administers Veterans Affairs programs, including but not limited to review of eligibility and authorization of payment in compliance with Federal rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Interviews students applying for financial aid assistance, answers questions regarding eligibility requirements, and informs them of the types of financial aid available, including grants, loans, and work/study programs.
Assists students in completing financial aid applications and reviews submitted applications for accuracy and completeness.
Uses a personal computer to verify student eligibility for Federal, State, and college based financial aid assistance programs.
Prepares and maintains manual and computerized permanent records and files of financial assistance awarded to students.
Monitors student's academic status to insure they continue to meet eligibility requirements for financial aid awards.
Refers students for employment placement in work/study program.
Maintains records, work reports, and time sheets for students enrolled in work/study program; may act as a field liaison explaining work/study program to potential employers.
Performs other duties as assigned.