Lincoln Tech is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to provide information and assistance to students, campus administrative staff, faculty, and representatives of outside agencies on a variety of financial aid programs. Perform approved needs analysis and generate a tentative award program. Initiate document tracking and process paper flow as required. Evaluate and resolve student inquiries, issues, and problems, and ensure appropriate action is taken to the satisfaction of the student, Company, and/or regulatory agencies in compliance with policies, procedures and legal requirements.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 1 year financial aid experience in a college or university financial aid office; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office systems

Responsibilities

Outbound contact to newly enrolled High School assigned students and parents to conduct financial aid overviews
Deliver positive customer service-based presentation and responses to student financial aid inquiries
Provide enrolled students for future class starts with accurate information regarding the application process and their eligibility for state and/or federal assistance or alternative financing
Collect information and determine a student's eligibility through an approved needs analysis
Advise students of their obligations to provide information and the resulting consequences when verification or documentation of status is required
Answer student questions concerning their financial aid package professionally, accurately and in a positive manner
Review student financial aid applications/student loans for completeness and accuracy. Initiate appropriate tracking system for applications and missing documentation which the student must complete
Perform diligent follow-up on missing paperwork due from students to complete their files in a timely manner
Possible travel to HS remote events
Attend relevant workshops and trainings to remain current with regulatory changes and to earn Continuing Education Units as required for State certification

Full-Time Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Growth Opportunities
Ongoing Training Support
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For over 75 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, and Information Technology. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Email: careers@lincolntech.edu
Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers

Financial Aid Advisor-New Student Enrollment

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