Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. administers the financial aid program and provides application counseling. Decides to award scholarships, grants, and other monetary rewards. Being a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. audits and reconciles financial aid accounts. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically reports to a supervisor. The Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Financial Aid Counselor II is responsible for providing direct service to students and their families in regard to the financial aid process and advises them in all phases of the aid application and delivery system. The position serves as a primary contact for the department for both undergraduate and graduate students. The Financial Aid Counselor II will exercise professional judgment and expertise in processing, awarding and adjusting awards. Counselors also represent the Financial Aid Office at a variety of on and off-site events including Open Houses, Orientation, etc. The position will also provide some level of supervision to paraprofessional, part-time and temporary employees. This position is supervised by the Assistant Director of Financial Aid, under the direction of the Director of Financial Aid.
Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
To apply, please include a cover letter, resume, contact information for three supervisory references, to include the most recent supervisor.
Finalists for this position are subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.