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Inside Higher Ed · 1 day ago

Financial Aid Outreach Advisor I

Macon, GA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Middle Georgia State University (MGA) is a public institution committed to providing affordable education and supporting student success. The Financial Aid Outreach Advisor I will be responsible for outreach to prospective and current students regarding financial aid programs and services, as well as counseling students through the financial aid application process.

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Responsibilities

Serves as a liaison for first year students by collaborating with campus partners, such as the Admissions, Academic Advising, Student Success Center and Center for Career & Leadership Development team to extend our reach, impact and network of support for vulnerable students

Advises students and parents regarding availability of financial aid, the eligibility requirements and the application process via phone and or e-mail correspondence

Assists students in the application process for financial aid by helping them to complete appropriate and required forms

Awards federal, state, institutional and private sources of financial aid to students within appropriate guidelines and regulations

Reviews and process financial aid files and/or related processes as assigned

Coordinates and participates in financial aid workshops, orientations or other events on campus, external sites (high schools, career centers, etc.) and virtually as needed or requested

Attend college fairs and other off campus recruitment events

Involves extensive fall travel, periodic travel throughout the year, and occasional evening and weekend work

Contribute to the planning and execution of activities and special events designed to enhance enrollment, including on campus visits, visit days, and orientation events

Performs other related duties specific to financial aid regulatory requirements and day-to day operations as assigned by supervisor and/or to provide maximum office efficiency

Qualification

Financial aid experienceFinancial aid programsMicrosoft Office proficiencyBanner moduleBilingualInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingOral communicationWritten communication