Financial Aid Officer
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Financial Services, Finance Assistant, Office Administrator/ Coordinator
Financial Aid Officer I - 007327
Position Number - 007327
Position Title
- Financial Aid Officer I - 007327
Division
- Finance and Administration
Department - 320410 - Financial Aid Office
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama and one year of related experience in financial aid or student services.
Preferred Qualifications
- Banner experience preferred.
Job Description Summary
- The University of South Alabama's Financial Aid Office is seeking to hire a Financial Aid Officer I. Interested candidates should apply to be considered.
Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position.
Essential Functions
- Assists the Financial Aid Director and Financial Aid Manager in professional judgment cases. Assists in calculating satisfactory academic progress for federal aid applicants. Counsels and advises students and families regarding the application process for federal aid. Serves as the point of contact for students participating in Study Abroad programs. Works closely with the Financial Aid Officer II to assist with administering the Federal Work Study (FWS) and Job Location and Development (JLD) programs.
Coordinates with Career Services regarding JLD and student employment postings, including initial postings and follow-ups to see if jobs were filled using the Accelerate South (12twenty) software. Serves as backup for processing of timesheets for FWS students. Represents the Office of Financial Aid at various events, including outreach with area employers to help grow/develop JLD program igns and maintains social media platforms, including developing content.
Utilizes various Department of Education systems in determining eligibility for federal aid. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and additional hours as required. Related duties as required.
Posting Information
Number of Vacancies - 1
Job Open Date - 10/20/2026
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
- Yes
Working Days
- Monday
- Friday
Working Hours - 8:00 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m.
Job Location
- Main Campus
Full-time or Part-Time
- Full Time
Regular or Temporary
- Regular
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