Background

Atlas School, LLC ("Atlas School") was formed to train software engineers in Tulsa. Through hands-on learning models, Atlas School students learn by doing and gain the skills to pursue in-demand, entry-level technology careers. By using innovative approaches and methodologies in a non-traditional educational environment, we emphasize the value of diverse skills.

About the Position

Atlas School is looking for a Financial Aid Specialist. In this role, you would assist students and their families in exploring all available resources to help pay for the student's education, implementing, awarding, and processing funding. You would also participate in the recruitment and retention of students at Atlas School.

Atlas School is not an accredited school and does not participate in state or federal financial aid programs (Title IV funding). Licenses by O.P.B.V.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, evaluate, and verify student data to award federal, state, and institutional aid. 
• Recommend, interpret, and update policies ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and contractual regulations.
• Coordinate financial aid operations with departments, including admissions and student records.
• Prepare a variety of financial aid program-related reports and correspondence. Maintain alignment of internal documentation and processes with federal and state regulations.
• Oversee compliance matters in conjunction with the school's Compliance team. Conduct Entrance and Exit loan counseling.
• Prepare refund calculations.
• Review student adherence to eligibility requirements.
• Work with Workforce Development, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Tribal agencies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in a related field.
• 4+ years' experience in financial aid.
• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to identify issues, investigate possible reasons/solutions, evaluate possible outcomes, and develop the most efficient and effective action plan for each situation.
• Adhering to FERPA, incorporating confidentiality of information into every aspect of the job.
• Sensitivity to the emotional nature of discussions related to finances.
• Able to balance requirements of federal, state, and institutional programs with concepts of customer service.
• Must display a consistent attitude of customer service.
• Must be in and maintain good standing on personal Federal Student Loans.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Experience working with Veteran Education Benefits.
• Exceptional time management skills, with an interest in efficiency and optimization.
• Advanced critical thinking skills.

Salary

• $45,000.00 to $55,000.00 anticipated starting salary

Hours and Location

• This is an office-based position in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
• A typical work week is Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some nights and weekend work required.
• The work week will occasionally vary with advance notice depending on scheduled programming and other events.

About our Benefits

As part of our overall compensation package, we offer work/life flexibility, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and a generous retirement contribution designed to support you and your family.

Details:

• 100% employer paid medical, dental, and long-term disability for full-time employees only. Option to add vision and dependents.
• 401K employee and employer contributions.
• Paid time off to support you while you are out of the office.
• Paid holidays so our employees can spend time with those they care about.
• Employer paid AD&D life insurance, with employee options to add supplemental life insurance.