Great Basin College · 1 month ago
Financial Aid Outreach Specialist
GBC - Elko, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$43K/yr - $50K/yr
2+ years expGreat Basin College is seeking a Financial Aid Outreach Specialist to join our team and help remove financial barriers for students. This dynamic position plays a vital role in implementing and managing financial aid initiatives, and efforts to increase FAFSA completion and PELL Grant access.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design and lead outreach campaigns to increase FAFSA completion and Pell Grant participation across the region
Build partnerships with high schools, community organizations, and internal departments
Ensure federal compliance and file monthly/annual reports to the Department of Education
Use data analysis to track success and target areas for growth
Provide one-on-one guidance to students and families on financial aid options, eligibility, and application processes
Help students with forms, documentation, and appeals
Maintain student records in accordance with FERPA guidelines
Develop inclusive policies that expand access to aid
Track program effectiveness and produce reports related to student outcomes and regulatory compliance
Stay up to date on changes in federal and state aid regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Counseling, Public Administration, or related field
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse communities
Must pass required correctional background checks
Preferred
At least 2 years of experience in financial aid, student services, or a related area in higher education preferred
Proficiency in financial aid systems (PeopleSoft, COD, NSLDS) and Microsoft Office Suite preferred
Benefits
Health insurance options including medical, dental and vision
12 paid holidays
Life insurance, long-term disability
Generous annual and sick leave with 24 annual leave days, a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days.
ComPsych supports employees through life's difficult moments.
No state income tax!
Free Parking
Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees
Company
Great Basin College
Great Basin College is a school in Elko.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase