Financial Aid Advisor

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Hicksville, NY, USA
In-Office
21-25 Hourly
Junior
Edtech • Software
The Role
Guide students through the complete financial aid process, including applications, Title IV funding, clearance, and specialized funding support. Maintain student information systems, perform data entry, manage electronic files, participate in orientations and start events, and collaborate with financial aid leadership. The role requires direct communication with students, families, and corporate financial aid teams while ensuring accurate, compliant funding administration.
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Financial Aid Advisor - Lincoln Tech - Hicksville, NY campus

We're looking for an experienced financial aid professional who understands the unique needs of career-focused students pursuing skilled trades education. If you have 1+ years of hands-on financial aid experience in higher education and enjoy helping students navigate Title IV funding for shorter-term programs, this role could be perfect for you.

What You'll Bring:

  • 1+ years of current financial aid experience in higher education - this is essential
  • Experience with Title IV funding processes and compliance
  • Strong communication skills for working with students, families, and corporate financial aid teams
  • Detail-oriented approach to data management and file maintenance
  • Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

What You'll Do:

  • Guide students through the complete financial aid process from application to Title IV clearance
  • Manage student information systems, data entry, and electronic file maintenance
  • Support New, Veteran, and Agency students with specialized funding needs
  • Participate in campus orientations and student start events
  • Collaborate with FA Managers and Regional Directors

Why You'll Love This Role:
You'll work directly with motivated students who are investing in career-changing skills training. Our programs are focused and practical, and you'll see the immediate impact of your work in helping students access the funding they need to transform their careers.

Full-Time Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • Growth Opportunities

About Us

For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

98-22239 — FA Advisor/Campus-15062

Pay Range

$21-$25 per hour

Skills Required

  • 1+ years of current financial aid experience in higher education
  • Experience with Title IV funding processes and compliance
  • Strong communication skills for working with students, families, and corporate financial aid teams
  • Detail-oriented approach to data management and file maintenance
  • Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
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The Company
HQ: Parsippany, NJ
3,284 Employees
Year Founded: 1946

What We Do

Lincoln Tech is a nationally recognized leader in hands-on career training. Since 1946, our 22 campuses across 12 states have helped thousands of graduates launch successful careers in high-demand fields. We specialize in practical, skills-based education for industries including Automotive, Diesel, Healthcare, Information Technology, and Skilled Trades such as Welding, Computerized Manufacturing, HVAC, Electrical, and Electronics.

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