Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs in Little Rock, AR

About Arkansas Tech:

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor’s School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community. For more information about Arkansas Tech University and the surrounding community, please visit our website at www.atu.edu/hr to find our “Live Here” informational resources.

Position Summary:

The Financial Aid Specialist is responsible for assisting in obtaining, processing and packaging, and providing of student financial aid information. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Meets with students and parents concerning the financial aid application process, types of financial aid available, and deadlines for applying for aid, and assists in completing the required forms when requested.

Prepares financial aid package, makes recommendations of financial needs based upon review of need analysis forms, reviews data for accuracy, and forwards award package to supervisor for final review.

Prepares award letters for students receiving financial aid, completes information needed for disbursement and receipt of funds, and records and submits award information to business office.

Monitors student enrollment to verify that loan eligibility requirements are being met, and notifies lender of enrollment changes.

Interviews students for work study, monitors work study position availability and maintains time sheets.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of student financial aid programs.

Knowledge of interviewing techniques.

Ability to interview and obtain pertinent information.

Ability to disseminate information orally and in writing.

Ability to collect, analyze, and compile data.

Ability to monitor student enrollment activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of an associate’s degree in general business, office
management or a related field; plus two years of experience in financial aid, banking or a
related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

3-5 years industry experience in registrar, financial aid, educational counseling,
advising office or student accounts.

Customer service experience, strong
interpersonal and computer skills.

Experience working in a fast-paced
environment.

Proficient with Banner software.

Work Location, Environment and Physical Demands:

Russellville, AR

What to Submit:

Resume

To be considered for the Financial Aid Specialist position, all applications and materials must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system, Cornerstone, prior to the deadline of September 21, 2023 before 6:00 pm central time.

Please go to https://atu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home?c=atu to apply now.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Arkansas Tech University is an AA/EOE employer committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.