Financial Aid Representative at Kwik Tek Inc

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Aid Processing, Student Counseling, Data Management, Regulatory Compliance, FAFSA Assistance, Loan Disbursement, Default Management, Confidentiality, Professionalism, Interpersonal Skills

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Description Houston Career Institute is seeking to fill the position of Financial Aid Officer. Position Summary: The Financial Aid Officer (FAO) provides applicants with assistance in completing Financial Aid (FA) applications and determines eligibility. The FAO packages students, prepares FA files, and follows regulations in disbursement of FA. Processes status changes. Promotes default management and helps students understand repayment responsibilities. Performs the initial 20-minute estimate process for all prospective students. Access NSLDS to review prior loan/grant information. Review FAFSA process with student – answer all questions that arise while the student is completing the FAFSA via “FAFSA on the Web” (http://www.studentaid.gov). Provide the student with copies of all paperwork completed. Schedule all financial aid awards and cash payments for first year student. Provide counseling to students to ensure an understanding of financial aid basics. Manages confidential information. Attend Orientation/Registration sessions for new students. Other duties as assigned. In this position, kindness and professionalism is just as important as knowledge and experience. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Houston Career Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer and service provider for all individuals, including those with disabilities. Mikhail Education Corporation does not discriminate against any person, but rather bases all employment decisions on an individual’s demonstrated, job-related ability, skill, and knowledge. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to mental or physical disability, genetic information of any individual or of his/her family, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, or veteran status. Equal opportunity is also provided in assignments, training, compensation, transfers, promotions, classification, referral, benefit programs, and discharge.

Responsibilities

The Financial Aid Officer assists students with financial aid applications, determines eligibility, and manages the disbursement of funds. They also provide counseling to students regarding repayment responsibilities and maintain accurate financial aid files.