Financial Aid Advisor

Black Hills State University is seeking a dynamic and motivated professional to join our Student Financial Aid Office as a Financial Aid Advisor. This role is vital to our Enrollment Management team and will be based at our Rapid City Center campus.

This position is grant funded for the first four years with the intention to become a university funded position after the four years.

Key Responsibilities:

* Provide comprehensive financial aid counseling to students and their families.
* Respond to inquiries via phone, email, and in person with professionalism and accuracy.
* Manage Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) processing, including handling appeals.
* Oversee the Federal Work-Study program, including awarding and tracking.
* Utilize the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) as necessary.
* Participate in local financial aid workshops and FAFSA information nights.

Qualifications:

* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Experience with financial aid processes and regulations is preferred.
* Earned Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
* 1-3 years of general office experience with financial aid experience preferred.

TO APPLY:
Applications must be made online at https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and names & contact information for at least three professional references. This position is open until filled with a first review date of April 6, 2025, at 11pm MDT. For application assistance, contact Human Resources at 605.642.6545. Questions related to the position may be directed to Tirzah Knight at tirzah.knight@bhsu.edu.

Black Hills State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Black Hills State University and the Board of Regents ensures that all employment practices are free of discrimination. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting Cassie Maser at 605-642-6545 or Cassie.Maser@bhsu.edu. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.