Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a family of institutions comprised of North-West College, Glendale Career College, and Nevada Career Institute. SEC is a leader in allied health education, and has been offering quality and affordable health care training programs for over 50 years.
Our everyday mission is to educate students in short term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement. To accomplish this, we provide a professional faculty, well-qualified administrators, and a top-notch support staff.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Financial Aid Advisor administers financial aid programs to prospective and active students. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to performing a variety of duties associated with the awarding, disbursing and returning of federal, state and other financial aid assistance programs. The Financial Aid Advisor reports to the Campus Director and has accountability to the Corporate Director of Financial Aid.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
- Provide information to students and parents regarding financial aid program requirements and procedures. Explain Financial Aid plans to students and parents; review their rights and responsibilities with regards to financial aid programs.
- Review financial aid applications, forms and documentation for completeness and accuracy; verify information reported on FAFSA to determinate eligibility. Complete verification procedures where needed.
- Input FASFA, review resulting ISIR and maintain financial aid funding schedule in CLASS.
- Provide entrance and exit counseling.
- Answer questions, inquires or requests from students or parents
- Responsible for complete and accurate files and paperwork.
- Maintain a close working relationship with Admission and other personnel.
- Remain current on all applicable laws and regulations.
- Attend financial aid workshops and conferences
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Knowledge of government regulations and guidelines relating to financial aid and Title IV.
- Demonstrated skills in modeling a strong customer service orientation.
- Demonstrated skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the public.
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.
- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage sensitive, confidential issues.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
- Detail oriented and produces work that is accurate.
- Demonstrated Computer literacy skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications: Word, Excel, and Outlook and internet.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- A minimum of one year of Financial Aid experience is required.
- Experience with Student Financial Aid software applications is a plus.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least one year of financial aid experience
- Knowledge of government regulations and Title IV financial aid guidelines
- Customer service orientation
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, staff, faculty, and the public
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage sensitive and confidential issues
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Detail orientation and accuracy
- Computer literacy and working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and the internet
- Ability to work a flexible schedule
- Experience with student financial aid software applications
What We Do
Success Education Colleges (SEC) is a leader in allied health education, operating a system of postsecondary institutions including North-West College, Glendale Career College, Nevada Career Institute, and the Marsha Fuerst School of Nursing. Their mission is to provide students with short-term and professional programs for gainful employment and career advancement, preparing them for essential roles in the healthcare field across California and Nevada.
