Financial Aid Officer
Financial Aid Officer
Location: Las Vegas, NV | Campus: On-Site
Type: Full-Time | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Hiring Range: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour
Your Mission: The Financial Advocate for Future Healthcare Heroes
Are you a motivated professional who thrives on helping others achieve their dreams? At Pima Medical Institute, the Student Finance Officer is a key partner in a student's journey. We are looking for a proactive "people-person" who can balance a busy schedule with a warm, supportive approach.
In this role, you aren’t just a numbers person; you are a consultant. You will help students navigate federal aid, VA benefits, and payment plans, ensuring they have a clear and confident path to their education. If you have experience in Banking, Medical Billing, or Customer-Facing Underwriting, your ability to simplify complex information will make you a standout candidate.
Key Responsibilities
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Financial Consulting: Meet one-on-one with students to identify their financial needs and explain their eligibility for grants, loans, and benefits.
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Application Guidance: Help students and families navigate the financial aid process, ensuring all forms are completed accurately and submitted on time.
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Account Management: Partner with students to establish clear, manageable payment plans and provide ongoing support to keep their accounts in good standing.
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File Maintenance: Ensure student financial records are organized and meet all necessary professional and federal standards.
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Team Collaboration: Coordinate with the Admissions department to ensure a smooth, supportive experience for every student from enrollment to their first day of class.
Who You Are
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A Relationship Builder: You enjoy a day filled with student interaction and can build rapport quickly with people from all walks of life.
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Detail-Oriented: You take pride in the accuracy of your work and understand that behind every form is a student counting on you.
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A Problem Solver: You are energized by finding solutions and staying organized. (Note: This is an active, engagement-focused role; it is not a "behind-the-scenes" data entry position.)
Minimum Requirements
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Education: High School Diploma or GED required (Associate degree or higher is a plus).
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Experience: 1–3 years in a professional, customer-facing environment. Backgrounds in Banking, Medical Billing, or Insurance are highly preferred.
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Communication: Strong verbal and written skills; you should be comfortable explaining complex topics in a simple, friendly way.
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Reliability: Ability to maintain unencumbered access to Department of Education (DOE) systems (no federal student loans in default).
Compensation & Benefits
Pima Medical Institute is 100% employee-owned. We offer a generous package to support your professional and personal well-being:
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Hourly Pay: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour.
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Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a partial owner of the company!
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Retirement: 401(k) Plan with a 10% Employer Match.
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Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, and Nevada Paid Sick Leave.