Education Finance Specialist - Financial Aid Officer

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We call it being a life changer, but you?ll call it a job you love while helping others find the same. You?ll have a hand in improving the lives of countless SCI students throughout Texas by working with impassioned educators and campus faculty in a collaborative, interactive environment to create optimized environment for our students.

As the Education Finance Specialist / Financial Aid Officer, you will work within federal, state and institutional policies and regulations, to provide financial aid information and counseling services to students and families.

Responsibilities
? Counsel and advise students about financial aid eligibility, application procedures, aid programs, packaging policies, costs, billing process, indebtedness, money management and financial planning.
? Determine the amount of aid, considering such factors as funds available, extent of demand, and needs of students.
? Compare data on students' applications, such as proposed budget, family income, or transcript of grades, with eligibility requirements of assistance program.
? Interview students to obtain information needed to determine eligibility for aid.
? Review FAFSA process with student ? maintain copies of applicable federal tax returns required to complete this process; enter FAFSA data to complete needs analysis/budget worksheet.
? Ensure 100% student satisfaction; provide timely service during student appointments.
? Maintain confidentiality of student records in compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

Why become an Education Finance Specialist?
? Challenge and expand your knowledge.
? Develop your skills in an entrepreneurial environment where you have influence.
? Work alongside an exceptional leadership team, passionate about educating future developers.
? Achieve challenging goals in an environment that provides tangible rewards.

Are you a good fit for SCI?
? You are passionate about education and commit to a ?students first? philosophy.
? You embrace change and you are always excited to learn something new.
? You believe that goals are set to be exceeded.

Requirements
? Education/Experience: You have a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
? Skills: You can make mathematical calculations and reconcile records as required. You have excellent analytical, problem solving and customer service skills.
? Technical: You have a working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word and Excel.

Benefits
? Training & Development
? Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
? Continuous Growth Opportunities
? Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
? Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)
? Basic Life & Accident Insurance
? Short & Long-term Disability
? 401K Retirement Plan
? SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer

About Southern Careers Institute

SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we?re just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.

Education
Preferred
? Associates or better in Finance

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