Financial Aid Analyst

This position is Open until filled. Early applications are encouraged as the position may close before the listed deadline once a suitable candidate is found. 

Summary of Job Duties:

The Financial Aid Analyst is responsible for providing, obtaining, and processing student financial aid information, and packaging financial aid awards. This position is responsible for providing individualized professional financial aid counseling to current and prospective students and parents. This position is also responsible for providing information through outreach to the university and greater community at large.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Minimum Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

At least one year of experience in student financial aid or a related area

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in a higher education professional office setting

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Customer service experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of counseling techniques

Knowledge of principles and practices of money management

Ability to effectively disseminate information orally and in writing

Ability to collect, analyze, compile, and record data

Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

Salary Information:

$43,923.00

Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Erin Wooldridge, HEI Program Coordinator, ewooldri@uark.edu