Financial Aid Advisor

This job was posted by https://idahoworks.gov : For more information, please see: https://idahoworks.gov/jobs/2268644 *Job Summary:\ * The Financial Aid Advisor administers financial aid, grants, scholarships, and student employment programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines. Key responsibilities include analyzing financial data to determine eligibility, counseling students and parents, managing electronic processing of federal aid programs, and contributing to policy development. Job Description linked below; (some job boards may not include active links so please click Apply Now on the NIC website or go to www.nic.edu/jobs to see full details); Financial Aid Advisor.doc Minimum Qualifications\ Education and Experience : Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and two years full-time equivalent experience in financial aid, a related field in student services, student finance, or banking; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: \ Ability to quickly understand policies, follow procedures and work well in a fast-paced environment.\ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.\ Familiarity with financial documents and a high competency of computer skills including data entry and report creation/production.\ Ability to learn new programs, systems and online services.\ Ability to interpret/apply financial aid regulations or the ability to learn.\ Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, Outlook, Word and Excel.\ Must possess a high level of discretion and confidentiality\ Must demonstrate a high level of customer service and strong cross-cultural and interpersonal skills.\ Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.\ Ability to develop, plan and implement short- and long-range goals.\ Ability to work evening and weekend hours, as necessary.\ Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions and procedure manuals. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check and proof of degree if requiredfor this position. Application materials include;resume, cover letter Applications ONLY accepted through the North Idaho College Website! Work Site Location:Coeur d\' Alene Campus\ Work Schedule:typically Mon-Thurs 7:30-5, Fri 7:30-2:30 **Due to expected changes in federal regulations under the FLSA, the exempt status of this position is subject to review and change.