Financial Aid Advisor - Remote, Fall Contract

ATS Institute of Technology is seeking an experienced Financial Aid Advisor for a remote, three-month Fall contract. If you are a financial aid professional who knows Title IV inside and out, can plug into a team seamlessly, and hit the ground running—this is your opportunity to make an immediate impact.

This role is ideal for someone with prior experience in a fast-paced financial aid office and familiarity working with third-party servicers, particularly Campus Ivy.

What You’ll Do:

In this short-term but high-impact role, you’ll support incoming students through the financial aid process, providing guidance, clarity, and confidence as they prepare to begin or continue their education.

Your Responsibilities Include:

• Assisting students with the financial aid application process.
• Creating financial estimates based on aid availability and developing third-party student payment plans.
• Pursuing follow-ups to ensure students submit necessary documents on time.
• Delivering outstanding customer service through meetings, phone calls, and emails.
• Maintaining student files with precision and accuracy, and communicating effectively with third-party servicers.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in financial aid advising.
• Experience with third-party servicers (Campus Ivy preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Title IV aid and compliance standards
• Ability to work independently, adapt quickly, and integrate smoothly into established systems and processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially in virtual settings
• Exceptional listening and problem-solving capabilities.
• Meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong adaptability to working independently or within a team.