Financial Aid Officer

Job overview

The Financial Aid Officer role is onsite at the campus in Charlotte, NC, with compensation not specified. Southeastern College’s financial aid function helps students understand funding options and prepare to start each semester. The officer guides students through financial aid review and packaging, tracks funding and account status, and coordinates with admissions, academics, lenders, and the bursar. The role helps ensure students are properly funded and that funds are posted in a timely manner.

What you'll do

• Explain the financial aid process and assist with FAFSA
• provide documentation checklists and federal guides
• assess financing needs and review Title IV eligibility
• counsel students on aid and financing options
• verify Veterans Affairs and GI Bill information
• review grants, scholarships, registration, and cost estimates
• collect and submit lender documents
• enter student data and set up financing packages
• monitor aid packages, balances, postings, drops, and dismissals
• conduct exit interviews and discuss payment responsibilities and loan consolidation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

financial aid officer

full-time

charlotte nc

southeastern college

student funding

fafsa

title iv eligibility

financial aid packaging

scholarships and grants

gi bill

student accounts

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• dental, health, and vision insurance
• paid time off.

Why this role

Onsite at the campus unless otherwise determined by the Chancellor or designee; coordinates with admissions, academics, lenders, and the bursar.

About the employer

Southeastern College is hiring for this role. Industry: Junior Colleges. Sector: 61.