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Student Financial Assistant Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Loan Coordinator

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$55K - $62K/yr

The Office of Student Financial Services at the University of Virginia seeks a Loan Coordinator to ... Document loan processes to conform with auditing requirements. * Assist the awarding team during ...

Loan Coordinator

Charlottesville, VA · On-site

$55K - $62K/yr

The Office of Student Financial Services at the University of Virginia seeks a Loan Coordinator to ... Document loan processes to conform with auditing requirements. * Assist the awarding team during ...

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Student Financial Assistant information

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.

What cities in Virginia are hiring for Student Financial Assistant jobs?

Cities in Virginia with the most Student Financial Assistant job openings:

Student Financial Services Work Study

Lynchburg, VA

Liberty
Individual, Family and Community Social Assistance • 501 - 1,000 employees

$12.77/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Student Financial Services (SFS) Work Study employees are responsible and accountable to the Administrative Specialist for Student Financial Services at Liberty University. The SFS Work Study employee provides onsite support and assistance to ensure the day-to-day operations of Guillermin Financial Center (GFC) are functioning smoothly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Assist Administrative Specialist with event planning SFS staff and student events including Military Graduation ceremony, Military family fun day, FCI tabling events, CFAW, etc.
  • Assist Administrative Specialist with daily needs within GFC office including monitoring the front desk
  • Assist Administrative Specialist with document management tasks such as sorting mail, indexing Microfiche, filing work, etc.
  • Assist Administrative Specialist with other duties as assigned

Additional information may be found here

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS

Education and Experience

Preferred Qualifications:

  • At least a second-year student at Liberty University in good standing (no reprimands or suspensions)
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include days, evenings, and weekends.
  • Excellent and detail oriented communication, arithmetic, and organizational skills
  • Ability to utilize a calculator and computer including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, -or- be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i)).
  • Must pass various background checks, including, but not limited to, a check at the time of initial employment
  • Individual must not be convicted of, or pled nolo contendere or guilty to, a crime involving the acquisition, use, or expenditure of federal, state, or local government funds, or be administratively or judicially determined to have committed fraud or any other material violation of law involving federal, state, or local government funds (CFR 668.14(b)(18)(i)). Project site as well as Liberty University. Failure to pass a background check will result in immediate termination.
  • Individual must not be in default on any federal student or parent loan
  • Must provide own transportation
  • Ability to articulate and defend the unique Christian educational mission and vision of Liberty University and its subsidiaries to a wide variety of individuals and groups.

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB

Communication and Comprehension
  • Ability to represent Liberty University well in the Lynchburg community and surrounding areas
  • Ability to adhere to federal, state, and institutional policy and compliance requirements including confidentiality and recordkeeping requirements
  • Ability to stay organized and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent Computer skills

Problem Solving

  • Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature

Physical and Sensory Abilities

  • Frequently required to travel to local and campus locations
  • Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard
  • Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally
  • Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building
  • Occasionally required to handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business
  • Regularly lift 10 or fewer pounds

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is typically a climate-controlled office setting though some work on-site outdoor locations (weather permitting) may occur

Driving Requirements

None

Time Type

Part time

Location

Onsite

Pay Rate

Starting at $12.77


Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour. Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University's hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.