What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Aid Specialist position at Georgia state government?
The Financial Aid Specialist is responsible for performing professional and administrative duties associated with the delivery of student financial aid services.
- Collects and reviews financial aid applications to determine completeness and eligibility.
- Determines eligibility and awards financial aid applicants using various software packages. Processes applications and corrections, tracks document, completes the verification process, generates tracking and award notifications.
- Requests additional information for incomplete or inconsistent applications to perform accurate needs analysis.
- Counsels and advises students and parents concerning financial aid and VA opportunities and application processes.
- Monitors SAP status for students.
- Assists with front-counter, departmental email, and phone coverage duties as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree *and* three (3) years of related work experience. One (1) year of experience working with Banner.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree *and* three (3) years of experience working in Financial Aid.
Salary : $43,160