Blue Mountain Community College · 1 month ago
Student Financial Aid Advisor
Pendleton, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBlue Mountain Community College is seeking a Student Financial Aid Advisor to provide advice and guidance regarding financial aid programs to students, parents, and the community. The advisor will ensure proper processing of financial aid requests and collaborate with various departments to enhance financial literacy and compliance with regulations.
Higher Education
No H1B
Responsibilities
Advise students and parents, or other appropriate parties by phone, email or in person, in various aspects of financial aid programs, rules and processing
Conduct file download, review, correction, awarding, and monitoring in accordance with federal, state and institutional regulations and guidelines (including federal loans)
Collaborate with the Recruitment & Retention Department to conduct financial aid presentations and outreach activities for staff, students, high schools and others upon request
Develop and implement an effective student financial literacy plan geared toward minimizing default on student loans in coordination with other financial aid department staff
Determine financial aid satisfactory academic progress and effectively communicate to student’s satisfactory academic progress requirements on a timely manner
Award, place, and monitor students in both the Federal Work-Study program and campus student employment program. Coordinates with other departments and the FA director with regards to accurate completion of state and federal forms as well as budget tracking and monitoring
Coordinate and monitor consortium agreements and the posting of scholarships. Act as the department liaison to the BMCC Foundation in the application and selection process for institutional scholarships when requested
Certify Veterans’ Educational benefits. Monitor and track enrollment changes and course enrollment for continued eligibility
Keep abreast of new information and program changes to be implemented
Utilize financial aid computerized record keeping and reporting system on a daily basis for use in processing student files and generating reports
Maintains sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds
Gather and submit information required for program reports
Other duties as assigned
The Financial Aid Advisor will be required to travel to and from school/center locations in the BMCC service area in order to accomplish financial aid outreach activities; valid driver’s license required
Must be able to work flexible hours on occasion
May assist in the training of federal and Veterans’ work-study students
Qualification
Required
Associate degree in a related field
Commitment to providing superior customer service and the ability to carry out that commitment
Demonstrated extraordinary interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Ability to multi-task while maintaining a high-level of accuracy and efficiency
Have analytical skills and the ability to apply those skills in performing daily functions
Understand FERPA guidelines and regulations as they relate to financial aid
Demonstrated strong computer and internet research skills as well as solid understanding of social media platform management
Ability to use basic business math
Ability to interpret and apply all federal and state regulations policies and programs guiding the administration of both Title IV and non-Title IV aid
Ability to work within strict timelines, under pressure, in a confidential manner
Ability to implement lean techniques and tools to improve workflows and maximize customer value
Valid driver's license required
Must be able to work flexible hours on occasion
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
Two (2-4) four years of successful experience working in a Financial Aid office or other similar business or financial office
Experience in student employment and Veterans' benefits
Company
Blue Mountain Community College
Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) is a comprehensive community college dedicated to providing an exceptional learning environment and robust support for student success.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase