Financial Aid

Jersey College•Jacksonville, FL

13h

About The Position

Jersey College is an institution of higher learning with a vision to be nationally recognized through our dedication to excellence and innovation in nursing education while offering pathways for professional growth. Since our founding, Jersey College has graduated over 9,000 nurses. The Financial Aid Planner is responsible for managing, overseeing, and assisting students with navigating the financial aid process in accordance with all company policies and procedures, all applicable federal, and state regulations, and all accrediting agencies' standards and requirements. The Financial Aid Planner will advise and counsel students on financial aid matters and assist with the coordinating of all student activities associated with the application for and receipt of various forms of financial aid. The job description of Financial Aid Planner also encompasses other similar named positions such as the Senior Financial Aid Planner or Manager.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of financial aid experience
Basic knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations with specific knowledge of Federal Direct Loans, Pell Grants, and Title IV
Knowledge and comfort with Microsoft Word and Excel
Ability to critically think and understand complex instructions
Strong Customer Service Skills and Organizational Skills

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or higher preferred
Being bilingual is a plus

Responsibilities

Advises applicants and students on eligibility for financial aid programs, assisting them in the financial aid (FAFSA) application process.
Create payment plans for students when necessary.
Advise students about all available funding sources.
Maintain contact with State Workforce Agencies.
Monitor timely payment of payment plans set up with students
Initiate appropriate administrative actions for students in default of payment plans.
Verify eligibility for Federal aid programs including Pell grants and guaranteed student loans
Performs application intake, evaluation, processing, and awarding
Ensures that the student provides all necessary documentation in order to conduct required needs analysis and packaging
Conduct entrance and exit interviews as required by Title IV regulations
Provide assistance to students with financial aid concerns throughout their tenure at the school.
Learn, follow and refer to federal statutes and regulations as they pertain to Title IV
Use Title IV management information system in order to track applications and draw down federal student funds.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid
Participate in weekly admissions update meetings.