Embryriddle

Embryriddle

Financial Aid Counselor

Daytona Beach, FL

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
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About the role

  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to join the Enrollment Management - Worldwide team.
  • This role plays a vital part in supporting student success by assisting in the administration of federal, state, institutional, and private financial aid programs.
  • The Financial Aid Counselor provides guidance to students and families on financial aid eligibility, funding options, and the financial aid process while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.

Responsibilities

  • The Financial Aid Counselor collaborates with internal teams to maintain accurate financial aid records, resolve discrepancies, and ensure the timely processing of aid awards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of financial aid experience or related work experience.
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations and policies.
  • Experience with financial aid processing systems and automated student information systems.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and database systems.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively counsel students and families.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally with students, parents, faculty, staff, and the public.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Required Education and Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated experience performing financial aid verification and processing aid packages.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
  • Demonstrated commitment to customer service and student success.
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends during peak periods.

Compensation

  • The hourly range for this position is $18.91 - $20.00.

Benefits

  • Experience comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with wellness programs that include preventive care and fitness memberships.
  • Our flexible spending and health savings accounts simplify managing healthcare costs.
  • Join a workplace that prioritizes your health-because your journey to wellness should be rewarding!
  • Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
  • Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes an annual 6% gift of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution, with no vesting period.
  • Generous Time Off: Generous Time Off: Relax with 18 days of personal leave in your first year.
  • The final offer will consider the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience, along with applicable state regulations, internal equity, and business needs, and may fall outside of the stated range.
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Company info

  • We strive to ensure that all faculty, staff, and students are treated fairly and provided equal opportunities for employment, advancement, compensation, training, and other benefits of employment.

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