Enthuiastic Financial Aid Director committed to helping students connect with valuable financial aid programs. Dedicated to obtaining maximum contributions for each student from institutional, governmental and private financial aid programs. Proponent of connecting with community organizations to discover deserving students in need of financial assistance.
Skills
Financial aid disbursement
Federal Student Aid policies
Financial aid applications
Student advisement
Financial aid package guidance
Data verification
Loan and grant knowledge
Detail-oriented
Good listening skills
Adaptability
Leadership
Conflict resolution
Analytical skills
Education
Everest UniversityOrlando, FloridaExpected in ā āBachelor of Business Administration: - GPA:Financial Aid
Human Resources
Introduction to Finance
Advertising
Business Math
Business Communications
Accounting Principals
Applied Business Law
Principles of Management
Work History
Stony Brook University - Financial Aid Officer, Director of Financial Aid East Setauket, NY, 03/2015 - Current
In all aspects of administering the student financial assistance
programs.
Track and maintain file intake completion throughout the enrollment process for all students interested in applying for
financial aid, and update approved tracking systems for new applications and missing documents to allow for timely follow
up and completion in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
In charge of Re-Entry students and grads.
Everest Institute - Student Finance and Student Accounts Director City, STATE, 05/2014 - 11/2014
Advises staff members on issues relating to policy, programs, and administration.
Reviews budget and directs appropriations of the Financial Aid department.
Maintains Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) guidelines with the processing of students' and families
financial aid information.
Responds to students' concerns related to financial aid awards and eligibility, making professional judgments as needed.
Distributes and reconciles Pell Grant, SEOG, state grants and scholarship funds.
Completes other duties as assigned.
Everest Institute - Student Finance Representative Senior and VA SCO Certifying Official City, STATE, 01/2007 - 05/2014
Conduct financing interviews with reentering, and/or continuing students.
Assist students who have had an interruption in their educational program with any financial issues upon their return.
Provide students with accurate information regarding the application process, loan counseling and their eligibility for
State/Federal financial assistance, alternative financing, contracts and/or institutional payment plans.
Inform students of their financial obligation, the Institution's financial aid options, and financial policies and procedures as
related to their educational expenses.
Advise students of their obligation to provide accurate information and the potential consequences related to their application
and the funding process.
Review financial applications and disclosure statements for completeness and accuracy
Update appropriate systems to ensure the timely processing, funding, billing and collections of the package selected.
Track and maintain file intake completion throughout the enrollment process for all students interested in applying for
financial aid, and update approved tracking systems for new applications and missing documents to allow for timely follow
up and completion in accordance with Company policies and procedures.
Monitor and follow up on the status of all pending student loan documents (federal, state or credit) in order to maintain an
accurate accounting of each student's financial aid package through disbursement.
Provide customer service and answer student inquiries regarding financial status.
Attend and successfully completed all training for this position.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned/VA SCO - Veteran Administration - School Certifying Official.
College Of Business & Technology - Financial Aid Representative City, STATE, 03/2005 - 01/2007
Responsible for student financial interviews, financial options counseling, and intake processing and customer service to
ensure complete and accurate financing of student educational expenses.
Perform needs analysis, provide financing documents, and generate tentative award letter for all new students enrolling into
the institution's program.
Process all forms in accordance with State/Federal regulations and Company policies and procedures.
Perform follow-up procedures.
Maintain accurate and complete files and records.
Monitoring NSLDS and liaising with CPS.
Title IV experience.
Affiliations
Bachelor of Business Administration graduate possessing a successful customer service background, well organized, self-motivated,
goal oriented individual, with exceptional attention to detail and professionalism. Seeking full time employment in a professional
office supporting staff and senior leadership, where education and professional abilities can be utilized effectively.
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Resume Overview
School Attended
Everest University
Job Titles Held:
Financial Aid Officer, Director of Financial Aid
Student Finance and Student Accounts Director
Student Finance Representative Senior and VA SCO Certifying Official