Financial Aid Advisor

Paul Mitchell Schools • Greenville, SC

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Paul Mitchell The School Greenville is seeking a qualified Financial Aid Advisor to join our family! With over one hundred schools nation-wide, Paul Mitchell Schools is growing faster than ever. Our "One Size Fits All" and "Be Nice" culture creates a uniquely wonderful learning environment that attracts the most qualified staff team members who always put our Future Professionals first. Not only do we offer an education second to none, we also make time for personal and communal growth through opportunities such as FUNraising monthly team trainings, student clubs and activities, fashion shows, photo shoots and much more.

The Financial Aid Advisor creates and implements a customer-focused financial aid plan that supports the Paul Mitchell Schools' culture, the admissions process and service in the school, and the Future Professionals. This is a vital position to the school, as this person prepares all paperwork pertaining to grants and loans and counsels and advises Future Professionals and parents on financial aid eligibility and guidelines. He or she conducts regular inspections of the financial files for compliance with all required documentation. Additionally, he or she has knowledge of current regulations pertinent to the release of student information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Computer and data entry skills required
• Ability to multitask and coach others
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Solid work history with verifiable references
• Passion for the beauty industry
• Honesty and professionalism
• Knowledge in Paul Mitchell Schools' cultural and technical systems is preferred
• Ability to focus on a variety of tasks
• Ability to inspect and lead his or her team to do the same
• Demonstrates integrity, ethical behavior, and a high level of confidentiality in recognizing and working with confidential information and records concerning the personal finances of Future Professionals.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in Paul Mitchell Schools' cultural and technical systems is preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares all paperwork pertaining to grants and loans.
• Counsels and advises Future Professionals and parents on financial aid eligibility and guidelines.
• Conducts regular inspections of the financial files for compliance with all required documentation.
• Interprets, applies, and complies with federal, state, and institutional guidelines and regulations related to financial aid.
• Provides support for various operational and problem-solving functions such as working reports and performing basic needs analysis.
• Maintains an organized and effective office.
• Sets priorities, manages multiple projects, and meets deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level