Financial Aid Officer jobs in Bradenton, FL

Responsible for providing counseling and financial assistance to prospective and accepted studentsin osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, healthcare administration, medical education, biomedical sciences, post-baccalaureate studies and all other programs offered.

• Promotes and preserves the mission
• Acts as administrative representative with faculty, staff and visitors in a professional, friendly manner at all times;
• Maintains confidentiality, professional appearance and pleasant demeanor;
• Authorize student payments and/or refunds concerning aid;
• Provide financial aid presentations to interview applicants for all programs offered
• Veteran's Administration Certifying Official for all students with a veteran status and process GI Bill Benefits for veterans to ensure they receive their benefit to assist with educational expenses;
• Provide counseling to students on the financial aid process for all programs offered
• Advise and counsel students regarding sources of financial aid, application procedures, debt management, and satisfactory academic progress;
• Award federal financial aid in compliance with regulations;
• Certify and process student loan applications;
• Determine financial need and verify aid eligibility for students;
• Coordinate with multiple agencies for the delivery of financial aid funds;

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Strong computer literacy with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel…etc.) and accurate data entry skills;
• Enthusiastic, good sense of humor, and a professional positive attitude;
• Excellent understanding of the admissions process and a demonstrated ability to market and promote professional programs in healthcare administration, medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry;
• Willingness to maintain an established work schedule;
• Adherence to all local, state, federal laws and policies and procedures;
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and meet deadlines;
• Knowledge of pertinent laws, policies / procedures and/or guidelines affecting areas of responsibility;
• Ability to be self-reliant and follow instructions;
• Sound decision-making capabilities and the ability to work independently and as directed by the Institutional Director or his/her designee;

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and experience equivalent to: a Bachelors’ Degree and a minimum of one (1) year of experience at a postsecondary educational institution working in financial aid or equivalent related experience required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Financial Aid: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bradenton, FL 34211 (Required)

Work Location: In person