Posting DetailsPosition Information Job Title Financial Aid Counselor Working Title Financial Aid Counselor Position Type Staff Department Student Financial Assistance Posting Number 201201530 Full or Part Time Full Time Benefit Eligible Yes If Other, Please Explain:Tenure/Non-Tenure Track Non-Tenure Track Salary Basis 12 month If Other, Please Explain:Position Summary Information Responsibilities
- Counsels and advises students and families about financial aid eligibility, application procedures, costs, and etc.
- Oversees the daily processing of files including: entrance/exit counseling, PLUS loan applications, loan increase/decrease requests, and alternative loan certifications.)
- Processes C-flags pertaining to loan default, bankruptcy, maximum loan limits, and other notices hindering the automatic awarding of a student's aid.
- Completes monthly reconciliation for loan portfolio.
- Assists in loan default management and prevention program.
- Conducts all electronic communication notices to borrowers regarding loan awards.
- Reviews student applications for accuracy and to determine financial need and award aid in accordance with applicable federal, state and institutional policies and regulations.
- Ensures compliance with all financial aid policies, procedures, and regulations when reviewing financial aid applications.
- Conducts financial aid presentations, which may include travel or after-hours seminars.
- Maintains confidentiality in all pertinent matters.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree required.Strong communication, organizational, and time managements skills are required.Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office is needed.Salary Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and university's resources. Minimum QualificationsPreferred Qualifications Experience in financial aid office or higher education settingKnowledge of Ellucian Banner softwareAbility to work independently and efficientlyAttention to detailSpecial Instructions to Applicants Please include the names and contact information of 3 references who will only be contacted if your application is moved on in the process. Links to upload letters of reference will not be sent to the recommenders at this time. If you have letters of recommendation which you would like to submit at this time please upload them with your application under optional documents. You may also email them to ...@deltastate.edu and we will add them to your application materials.Additional InformationPosting Detail Information Open Date 07/18/2024 Close DateOpen Until Filled No