Financial Aid Officer

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings•Las Vegas, NV

3d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Financial Aid Officer Location: Las Vegas, NV | Campus: On-Site Type: Full-Time | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour Your Mission: The Financial Advocate for Future Healthcare Heroes Are you a motivated professional who thrives on helping others achieve their dreams? At Pima Medical Institute, the Student Finance Officer is a key partner in a student's journey. We are looking for a proactive "people-person" who can balance a busy schedule with a warm, supportive approach. In this role, you aren’t just a numbers person; you are a consultant. You will help students navigate federal aid, VA benefits, and payment plans, ensuring they have a clear and confident path to their education. If you have experience in Banking, Medical Billing, or Customer-Facing Underwriting , your ability to simplify complex information will make you a standout candidate. Key Responsibilities Financial Consulting: Meet one-on-one with students to identify their financial needs and explain their eligibility for grants, loans, and benefits. Application Guidance: Help students and families navigate the financial aid process, ensuring all forms are completed accurately and submitted on time. Account Management: Partner with students to establish clear, manageable payment plans and provide ongoing support to keep their accounts in good standing. File Maintenance: Ensure student financial records are organized and meet all necessary professional and federal standards. Team Collaboration: Coordinate with the Admissions department to ensure a smooth, supportive experience for every student from enrollment to their first day of class. Who You Are A Relationship Builder: You enjoy a day filled with student interaction and can build rapport quickly with people from all walks of life. Detail-Oriented: You take pride in the accuracy of your work and understand that behind every form is a student counting on you. A Problem Solver: You are energized by finding solutions and staying organized. (Note: This is an active, engagement-focused role; it is not a "behind-the-scenes" data entry position.) Minimum Requirements Education: High School Diploma or GED required (Associate degree or higher is a plus). Experience: 1–3 years in a professional, customer-facing environment. Backgrounds in Banking, Medical Billing, or Insurance are highly preferred. Communication: Strong verbal and written skills; you should be comfortable explaining complex topics in a simple, friendly way. Reliability: Ability to maintain unencumbered access to Department of Education (DOE) systems (no federal student loans in default). Compensation & Benefits Pima Medical Institute is 100% employee-owned. We offer a generous package to support your professional and personal well-being: Hourly Pay: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour. Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)— become a partial owner of the company! Retirement: 401(k) Plan with a 10% Employer Match . Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, and Nevada Paid Sick Leave. #ID1

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required (Associate degree or higher is a plus).
1–3 years in a professional, customer-facing environment.
Strong verbal and written skills; you should be comfortable explaining complex topics in a simple, friendly way.
Ability to maintain unencumbered access to Department of Education (DOE) systems (no federal student loans in default).

Nice To Haves

Backgrounds in Banking, Medical Billing, or Insurance are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Financial Consulting: Meet one-on-one with students to identify their financial needs and explain their eligibility for grants, loans, and benefits.
Application Guidance: Help students and families navigate the financial aid process, ensuring all forms are completed accurately and submitted on time.
Account Management: Partner with students to establish clear, manageable payment plans and provide ongoing support to keep their accounts in good standing.
File Maintenance: Ensure student financial records are organized and meet all necessary professional and federal standards.
Team Collaboration: Coordinate with the Admissions department to ensure a smooth, supportive experience for every student from enrollment to their first day of class.