Job Details
Job Location
Davenport, IA - Davenport, IA
CFAO Processor
CENTRAL FINANCIAL AID OFFICE PROCESSOR - FULL TIME - WEEKDAYS
Ross Education Holdings, Inc.
Davenport - Campus based position
Schedule : Monday-Friday 3 days @ 8 : 30-5 : 00 pm and 2 afternoons @ 11 : 30-8 pm
Ross is a growing nonprofit school dedicated to helping all students reach their highest aspirations.
Our over 40 campuses in several states provide certification and degree programs in Nursing, Medical Assistant, Dental Assistant, and more. Our positive culture and environment lead the way for Ross students and staff to provide care to others.
We are looking for a Full TimeCentral Financial Aid Office(CFAO) Processor who will work under the direction of the Assistant Director of Financial Aid. The CFAO Processor is responsible for efficiently and professionally guiding prospective students through the financial aid process. This process will include creating and maintaining detailed and accurate records, working closely with Admissions to ensure quality customer service in the process of admitting students, and providing a positive student experience.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Student Financial Aid Processing
- Explain financial aid sources in detail to ensure each student's full understanding of his / her overall rights and responsibilities (Title IV grants and loans, Ross Education Payment Plan, etc.)
- Assist students with the accurate completion of all financial aid application forms. Assist students in creating a financial aid package which takes into account the tuition amount owed
- Demonstrate a positive customer service approach
- Develop good working relationships with Admissions and other Financial Aid teammates, such as Quality Control or Specialists
- Participate and contribute with your teammates on the CFAO shift with you to accomplish the goals for the day while providing Go The Extra Inch service to our students
Record Keeping and Data Maintenance
Maintain a complete and accurate financial aid file of all students receiving financial aid. Conduct file reviews and electronically maintain the FA fileReview and print National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) financial aid history informationProcess all financial aid forms and / or applications including items such as : student loan applications, FAFSA applications (via Anthology / CampusVue software) and othersComplete all appointment process items including NSLDS, FAFSA, student loan borrowing requirements, FERPA and valid IDCompliance
Follow Ross Guidelines and employee handbookAdhere to all Ross Policies and ProceduresParticipate in audits as neededAttend periodic Financial Aid meetings and / or training sessions as requestedAdministrative Duties
Perform general financial aid duties such as scheduling appointments, interviews, updating files and answering callsAudit the daily calendarReview daily reports for outstanding items and closing out those itemsReview other reports as requestedPerform related work as required
Benefits
Health, Dental & Vision InsurancePaid Time Off401(k)Life InsuranceTuition ReimbursementMonthly Pay - Direct DepositCFAO Processor
Requirements
High school or GED completion and 1+ years' work experience in basic accounting, banking, office administration or related work - degreepreferredAbility to work at least 2 evenings per weekAbility to communicate clearly, effectively and professionally across different platforms such as chat, email, phone, and videoStrong math and financial recordkeeping skillsBackground check required for employment, including credit checkEmployees must be in good standing in their own federal student loan repayment plansGood organizational skillsComputer skills including MS Office, Internet and e-mailAbility to communicate well, both verbally and in written formComfortable discussing financial matters with studentsAbility to achieve goals - we work to make our students successful and we measure that in our individual and team accomplishmentsDesire to see others succeedDemonstrates professionalism in manner, dress and conduct as a representative of RossEqual Opportunity Employer