Lincoln Tech is seeking a Regional Financial Aid Advisor of New Students to be responsible for providing information and assistance to students, campus administrative staff, faculty, and outside agency representatives regarding various financial aid programs. The individual must live in the East Point, GA area working remotely but will be required to travel to local campus locations as requested. Additional responsibilities include addressing and resolving student inquiries, issues, and problems ensuring that appropriate actions are taken to satisfy the student, company, and regulatory agencies while adhering to policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

Responsibilities of a Regional Financial Aid Advisor

Conduct preliminary financial aid interviews with potential students
Deliver positive customer service-based presentations and responses to student financial aid inquiries
Provide potential students and continuing students with accurate information regarding the application process and their eligibility for state and federal assistance or alternative financing
Collect information and determine a student's eligibility through an approved needs analysis
Advise students of their obligations to provide information and the resulting consequences when verification or documentation of status is required
Review student financial aid applications/student loans for completeness and accuracy.  Initiate appropriate tracking system for applications and missing documentation, which the student must complete
Attend relevant workshops to remain current with regulatory changes and to earn Continuing Education Units as required for State certification

Requirements of a Regional Financial Aid Advisor

High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years responsible general clerical experience in a college or university financial aid office; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office systems
Required Travel up to 25% to various campus locations as requested

Full-Time Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life and Disability Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Growth Opportunities

About Us

For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.

Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Email: careers@lincolntech.edu
Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers

919-21492 — Reg FA Advisor/New Students-15097

Qualifications

Regional Financial Aid Advisor - Hybrid

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