Financial Aid Administrator; Financial Aid

Position: Financial Aid Administrator (Financial Aid Exp Required)

Unitek Learning is a leading healthcare education organization whose family of schools helps thousands of students launch and accelerate their careers each year. As a rapidly growing and highly successful company, Unitek offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, unlimited growth potential, and a collegiate work environment.

Job Title

Financial Aid Administrator

Job Description

We are looking for a Financial Aid Administrator to join our team. As our Financial Aid Administrator (FAA), you will meet and communicate with current, prospective, and alumni students to guide them through the financial aid process. You will report directly to the Director of Financial Aid and be responsible for administering, determining eligibility, and processing student financial aid to maintain positive cash flow, in addition to other related tasks for the financial aid department.

Responsibilities

• Processing verification and disbursements
• Award state and federal aid to eligible students according to regulations and policy
• Counsel students and parents
• Provide estimates and packaging information
• Calculate Return of Title IV amounts
• Manage default and financial literacy programs
• Perform auditing responsibilities
• Run reports to ensure work integrity
• Collaborate with other departments to assist students
• Keep information up to date on new federal regulations
• Assist with private loan processes
• Package VA benefits
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• 2+ years of financial aid experience
• Campus VUE experience preferred
• Computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and ability to multi‑task

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 weeks’ vacation per year (increasing based on years of service with the company)
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑paid life insurance at 1× your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program

Seniority Level

Associate

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industry

Higher Education

Location

Oakland, CA – Salary range $93,000.00–$

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