Financial Aid Officer

Develop, negotiate and finalize student financial plans consistent with financial planning policies and procedures and with Federal/State regulations for awarding aid. Work closely with new, continuing and re-entry students and their families to ensure the plan and re-plan continue to best meet the families’ needs. Counsel students on all acceptances and other matters related directly to the student financial plan.


Key Job Elements:


· Work cohesively with Admissions or Enrollment Processors in order to facilitate outstanding service to prospective students and their parents.


· Maintain 100% Planning Load. Create plans and explain the Plan and the student’s/parent’s rights and responsibilities for each aid source. Negotiate Payment Plans. Able to develop Student Financial Plans in concert with Institute procedures and knowledge of Federal regulations.


· Assist students/parents with the completion of the FAFSA. Enter the FAFSA electronically and review the resulting ISIR.


· Assign the appropriate budget to a student and package the student (award their aid).


· Ensure that aid is paid to the students account in a timely manner.


· Responsible for completing accurately the files and paperwork.


· Certify Loan Applications.


· Demonstrate proficiency in timely collections.


· Maintain clean files.


· Assist and perform other duties as requested and as needed.Job Requirements


Position Requirements:


· Previous experience working with and technical knowledge of student financial aid or other commercial loans preferred.


· High comfort level within a computerized environment.


· Ability to make small group presentations as well as skill in interacting on a one on one basis.


· Strong verbal communication skills and attention to detail.


· Strong Customer Service skills.





Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:


Director of Human Resources


Argosy University/The Art Institute of Tampa


4401 N. Himes Avenue


Tampa, Florida 33614


Fax: 813-873-2171


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