Palm Beach State College · 3 weeks ago
Financial Aid Advisor
Loxahatchee Groves, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
2+ years expPalm Beach State College is a community-focused institution dedicated to developing talent for the workforce. The Financial Aid Advisor role involves providing guidance on financial aid processes and eligibility to students and families, while evaluating financial information to determine aid awards.
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Responsibilities
Provides comprehensive counseling to students both currently enrolled and prospective students and their families as to the guidelines of the financial aid process and eligibility utilizing a variety of formats
Advises students on all financial aid awards, and other alternative financing options when applicable
Reviews student financial aid applications for completeness and compliance with applicable guidelines
Prepares presentations and conducts financial aid workshops, new student orientation, and other events in support of enrollment and recruitment activities
Explains loan options and ensures that students and co-signers understand their repayment responsibilities
Counsels students and families to educate them in the understanding of their expected family contribution (EFC) and how it affects their financial aid eligibility
Provides guidance and counsel to students who are considering withdrawing from all classes and informs them of the return of Title IV funds process and ramifications of withdrawing
Counsels on how to regain financial aid for future semesters
Reviews and evaluates verification, Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), and special circumstances documentation for completeness and accuracy to support and move students through the process and determine financial aid eligibility
Evaluates, monitors and advises students regarding their Satisfactory Academic Progress plan to ensure adherence to the policy
Determines if students qualify for unusual or mitigating circumstances, to counsel students on process for their specific needs
Stays abreast of regulatory updates and changes by committing to professional development within the scope of their responsibility for managing caseloads
Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Two years of related work experience
Federal, State, Local, and County applicable financial aid laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines
Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
Federal needs analysis formula
IRS tax laws related to financial aid
Difference between clock hour and credit hour programs and the awarding methodology for each program
Academic Advising Principles
Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management
Fact finding, analysis, and problem solving
Demonstrate critical thinking and interpersonal skills
Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service
Regular physical attendance required
Must not be debarred from Title IV Programs, and not in default on Title IV student loans
Preferred
Four years of related work experience
Written and spoken bilingual communication
Benefits
Tuition fee waiver at PBSC
Tuition reimbursement
Degree recognition award
Educational leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution
Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more
Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off
Potential remote or hybrid opportunities
Wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more
Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more
State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans
Company
Palm Beach State College
Palm Beach State College is a school in Lake Worth.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Palm Beach State College has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.95MKey Investors
Lowe's FoundationU.S. Department of LaborU.S. Department of Education
2025-07-18Grant
2024-04-29Grant
2023-01-20Grant· $0.95M
Leadership Team
David Rutherford, CFRE
CEO, The Foundation for Palm Beach State College
Angela Harrington
Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer
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