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Concorde Career Colleges

Financial Aid Advisor

🇺🇸 Tampa, Florida 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $24 - $27 per Hour 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ September 19th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

Concorde Career Colleges is hiring a Financial Aid Advisor who guides students and families through the financial aid process from initial FAFSA filing to award disbursement. The advisor evaluates eligibility, packages grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study awards, and counsels students on budgeting, financial literacy, and loan repayment. The role also covers compliance reporting, entrance and exit interviews, and workshops that help students and families understand their funding options.

Highlights
  • Counsel students and families one-on-one on financial aid options, application steps, and eligibility.
  • Process FAFSA applications, Master Promissory Notes, and related institutional documentation.
  • Package financial aid awards, including grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study funding.
  • Verify documentation for accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and institutional rules.
  • Prepare and submit required reports to governing financial aid agencies.
  • Facilitate entrance and exit interviews as mandated by federal Title IV regulation.
  • Host workshops and outreach presentations that educate students and families on funding opportunities.
  • Hold a high school diploma (associate's degree preferred) and at least one year of data-entry and customer-service experience, earning $24 to $27 per hour.
  • Keep a schedule of 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays plus one Saturday morning per month, working on-site in Tampa.

Financial Aid Advisor Full Description

Overview
The Financial Aid Advisor is responsible for providing guidance and assistance to students and families in navigating the financial aid process. This role involves evaluating student eligibility for financial aid, advising on funding options, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
Pay Range: $24.00 - $27.00 per hour. Hours: 10 am - 7 pm & one Saturday per month 9am - 1pm. Location: Tampa, FL.

Responsibilities
  • Provide one-on-one counseling to students and families regarding financial aid options, application processes, and eligibility requirements
  • Assist in the completion of financial aid forms, including the FAFSA, Master Promissory Note, and other institutional documentation
  • Offer guidance on budgeting, financial literacy, and loan repayment strategies
  • Evaluate and process financial aid applications in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies
  • Determine student eligibility and award financial aid packages, including grants, scholarships, loans, and work-study programs
  • Monitor and verify documentation for accuracy and compliance
  • Stay informed about changes in federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations
  • Prepare and submit required reports to governing agencies
  • Collaborate with other departments to support student success and resolve financial aid-related issues
  • Conduct workshops, presentations, and outreach activities to educate students and families about financial aid opportunities
  • Conduct entrance interviews and exit interviews as required by Federal regulation
  • Maintain accurate records of student interactions and financial aid determinations using appropriate software systems

Qualifications
  • High School diploma (or GED) (required)
  • Associate's degree in relevant field (preferred)
  • Two (2) years of experience working in financial aid (preferred)
  • Minimum three (3) years of customer service or sales experience (preferred)
  • Minimum one (1) year performing data entry and professional customer service experience (required)
  • One (1) year of experience in a proprietary online higher education environment (preferred)
  • Must not currently be in default on any Federal Student Loans