Financial Aid Assistant

University of Buffalo • Buffalo, NY

75d • $51,261 - $56,000

About The Position

The University at Buffalo (UB) Financial Aid department seeks to hire multiple Financial Aid Assistants. In this position, you will be part of the Financial Aid team and support the administration of financial aid programs, assisting students and parents in determining need and eligibility for various student aid funds.

Requirements

• Associate degree with 2 years work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills (oral and written) with a highly developed degree of tact and diplomacy exhibiting understanding, appreciation, and respect for all individuals in a diverse environment.
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Possess high attention to detail and display accuracy in all areas of responsibility.
• Possess and display a high-level of customer service to all constituents.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.
• Higher education experience.
• Related Financial Aid Experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial aid counseling.
• Maintain knowledge and understanding of various state, federal and institutional regulations, and requirements as they pertain to financial aid.
• Provide guidance on rules, regulations, and application procedures.
• Analyze and process financial aid documents.
• Develop and implement financial aid workshops and outreach programs for students and parents.
• Support and attend on and off campus events and outreach activities.
• Some evening and weekend hours are required.

Benefits

• Prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree