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Odessa College

Financial Aid Specialist

Odessa, TX · On-site

$42K/yr

Review student financial aid records and account statements to identify discrepancies, resolve issues, and ensure accurate disbursement of funds. * Assist students in understanding financial aid ...

McMurry University

Financial Aid Counselor

Abilene, TX · On-site

$37K - $49K/yr

Create and update financial aid forms and multi-media that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and ability to engage diverse student populations. * Assist in improving initial award packages and ...

McMurry University

Financial Aid Counselor

Abilene, TX · On-site

$37K - $49K/yr

Create and update financial aid forms and multi-media that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and ability to engage diverse student populations. * Assist in improving initial award packages and ...

Avenue Five Institute

Financial Aid Advisor

Austin, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Financial Aid Advisers are responsible for supporting students seeking federal aid and other ... Work closely with Admissions Department to help facilitate student enrollment processing * Assist ...

Avenue Five Institute

Financial Aid Advisor

Austin, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $25.25/hr

Financial Aid Advisers are responsible for supporting students seeking federal aid and other ... Work closely with Admissions Department to help facilitate student enrollment processing * Assist ...

Georgia

Financial Aid Coordinator

Waco, TX

$52K/yr

The Financial Aid Coordinator is responsible for providing secondary leadership to assist Financial ... Knowledge of student financial aid processes and procedures; Knowledge of federal, state and ...

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What is a student financial assistant?

Student financial assistants are individuals who help students navigate financial matters related to their education, such as applying for financial aid, scholarships, grants, and managing tuition payments. They may work in college or university financial aid offices, providing support and guidance to students and families. Their responsibilities often include answering questions about financial aid forms, assisting with budgeting, and ensuring students understand their financial responsibilities. Student financial assistants play a key role in making higher education more accessible by helping students secure funding and stay informed about their options.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a student financial assistant?

To thrive as a Student Financial Assistant, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a foundational understanding of finance or accounting, typically supported by coursework or relevant experience. Familiarity with financial management software, spreadsheets (such as Microsoft Excel), and student information systems is often required. Excellent customer service, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication help you effectively assist students and collaborate with staff. These skills ensure accurate financial processing, regulatory compliance, and positive interactions with students seeking support.

What are some typical challenges a student financial assistant may face when supporting students?

Student Financial Assistants often encounter challenges such as handling confidential information with discretion, managing a high volume of inquiries during peak times (like the start of semesters), and clearly explaining complex financial aid policies to students from diverse backgrounds. They must balance accuracy and empathy, ensuring students feel supported while adhering to regulations. Strong organization and communication skills are essential to navigate these aspects effectively.

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Senior Director of Student Financial Services

Academic Programs International LLC

West Lake Hills, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

Description:

 To be considered for this position, candidates MUST reside in the Austin, Texas metropolitan area.  This position is Hybrid/Remote in the Austin, TX metro area.  


POSITION SUMMARY

API is growing! We are looking to hire an experienced Student Financial Services Senior Director who will play a key role within the Company. Reporting to VP Advising & Coaching, Visas, & Student Financial Services, the Senior Director is responsible for providing dynamic leadership, management, and direction for the billing, collections, financial aid, scholarship, visa and enrollment processes for students. Serves as a catalyst within the entire organization through the process of change for continuous improvement. 

This position will oversee the administrative support for billing, collections, financial aid, scholarship, visa and course registration operations. This person will serve as an informational resource to a variety of stakeholders, including students, prospective students, parents, faculty/staff, and study abroad offices. Lastly, this person will be a key component of spearheading change, where new technology and processes are being leveraged, and replaced by manual efforts. We are deeply committed to transforming students’ lives through experiential learning programs while becoming the most innovative, strategic, and visionary Company in this space.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

  • Serves as an information resource to students, potential students, and their families; explains the policies and procedures involved in applying for financial aid and/or scholarships, and visas as well as those that apply to student/school billing and collections.
  • Must possess the ability to supervise staff and communicate effectively with a variety of departments.
  • Must possess a working knowledge of Federal guidelines, student aid processing, student visa processing, and scholarship processing.
  • The Director will report directly to the Vice President of A & C, Visas and SFS.
  • Responds to email or phone calls from applicants regarding status of application as it relates to financial aid, scholarships, or visa.
  • The Director plans and implements services that reflect maintenance of various forms and documents.
  • The Director will direct and oversee the creation and the functioning of various applications within our technology platform. 
  • Monitors financial aid and/or scholarship accounts on a continuing basis; ensure compliance with scholarship requirements.
  • Research, creates, recommends, and implements policies to enhance the overall operations; provides strategic long-term direction.
  • Develops a full-service department that ensures various counseling of students/families to improve yield.
  • Establishes an environment that emphasizes excellent customer service and team building.
  • Coordinates with cross-functional departments, as appropriate, to forge more seamless retention processes and communications for/to students.
Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrated Supervision experience of full-time employees.
  • Experience in analyzing and reporting data.
  • Excellent team building and organizational skills; ability to lead teams and work in cross-functional settings.
  • Demonstrated ability to create effective workflow processes.
  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
  • Must hold high ethical standards. 
  • Strong interpersonal skills. 
  • Works well under pressure: Has a patient and calm approach when managing multiple projects or tasks.

KEY EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor’s degree plus a minimum of five years of progressively increasing professional responsibilities in higher education, visa, scholarship, and student financial aid operations, preferably as director or an assistant or associate director level. 
  • Master’s degree preferred. 
  • Must have demonstrable experience of holding a high level of confidentiality.
  • Three years of successful supervisory experience of full-time professional and/or clerical staff.

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