Team Georgia Careers · 1 week ago
Financial Aid Specialist - FWS (Full-Time)
Georgia - Fulton - Atlanta
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$52K/yr - $52K/yr
3+ years expAtlanta Technical College is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Financial Aid Specialist position in the Financial Aid division. The role involves performing professional and administrative duties associated with the delivery of student financial aid services, including the determination of eligibility and awarding of financial aid.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Collects and reviews financial aid applications to determine completeness and eligibility
Determines eligibility and awards financial aid applicants using various software packages, processes applications and corrections, tracks documents, completes the verification process, generates tracking and award notifications
Generates and evaluates proposals, reporting, and outreach notifications for special populations
Requests additional information for incomplete or inconsistent applications to perform accurate needs analysis
Counsels and advises students and parents concerning federal, state, and institutional aid and application processes via appointment, walk-in, email, and phone communication
Participates and collaborates with outreach efforts for the Office of Financial Aid (i.e., orientation and special events.)
Assists with monitoring SAP status for students
Assists with front-counter duties as needed
Performs other duties as assigned by the Financial Aid Leadership team
Qualification
Required
Must possess and demonstrate an Associate's degree from an accredited college or university AND three (3) years of related work experience
Knowledge of the student financial aid processes and procedures
Knowledge of college, state, and federal student financial aid programs, regulations, and guidelines
Knowledge of relevant federal and state regulations
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
Decision-making and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Strong analytical skills to analyze and interpret financial data
Ability to review, interpret and apply federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures
Experience in delivering excellent, professional customer service, and attention to detail
Demonstrates a positive, inclusive, and welcoming disposition
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public, using tact, patience, and courtesy
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Preferred
Must possess and demonstrate a Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university and four (4) or more years of related work experience
Company
Team Georgia Careers
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