The Ohio State University · 4 months ago
Student Financial Aid Specialist 4
Columbus Campus
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$52K/yr - $54K/yr
6+ years expThe Ohio State University is seeking a Student Financial Aid Specialist 4 to represent Student Financial Aid at various recruitment events and advise students and families on college financing options. This role involves managing educational materials, conducting presentations, and maintaining knowledge of financial aid policies and scholarships.
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Responsibilities
Advising students and families regarding college financing options
Manages the creation and maintenance of all materials used to educate students and families regarding college financing options
Assists Buckeye Link and/or other university partners in conducting presentations on financial aid and affordability to parents, prospective students, and other community access partners
Assists in the collection of feedback from recruitment and yield presentations
Assists in the creation and delivery of financial aid training to Admissions staff member
Makes presentations to multiple university committees, working groups and campus partners
Maintains thorough knowledge of federal, state and institutional financial aid policies and procedures
Thorough knowledge of university merit, access and need-based scholarship and grant parameters
Maintains and administers a portfolio of access related scholarships including those supported by both university and donor funds
Assists SFA management and staff in crafting communications for various projects and serves as the liaison to Enrollment Services Marketing and Strategic Communications
Participates in events, conferences and workshops related to student financial wellness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education/experience
A minimum of 3 years of professional financial aid experience
6 years of relevant experience is required
Strong presentation, oral and written communication skills
Ability and desire to travel on a limited basis, including evening and weekends, especially during peak recruitment cycles
This position requires successful completion of a background and credit check
Preferred
8-12 years of relevant experience preferred
Working knowledge of federal, state regulations relative to financial aid administrations
Company
The Ohio State University
The Ohio State University is a public research university based in Columbus, Ohio.
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