EOF Counselor/Academic Advisor

Montclair State University • Montclair, NJ

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About The Position

Reporting to the Associate Director of EOF, the EOF Counselor/Academic Advisor is responsible for comprehensive advisement of a caseload of students and the development and execution of recruitment, retention, outreach and liaison programs. The EOF Counselor/ Academic Advisor contributes to the development and implementation of the strategic vision/goals, program planning, policy formation, outcomes assessment, annual reporting and compliance with the State/University. This position is responsible for overseeing the financial aid review of all EOF scholars and non EOF Scholars within the enrollment pipeline, counseling, supervision/co-training of part-time employees/interns/peer leaders, liaison with designated offices and departments, and student development initiatives related to learning, retention, and satisfaction.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from accredited college or university.
• A minimum of three years of experience in higher education related support services.
• Experience working with first-generation scholars.
• Strong analytical and data management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Strong oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive group and one-on-one counseling/advising to all assigned students.
• Provide comprehensive Financial Aid/literacy services including but not limited to reviewing income eligibility of applicants, posting scholar grants, providing financial aid presentations, generating financial aid reports, and serving as a liaison with Financial Aid and HESAA.
• Manage student financial aid internal and external procedures including posting and review related to FAFSA and NJFAMS platform.
• Train team members to utilize internal and external fiscal platforms (e.g., FAFSA) and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws and applicable policies/procedures.
• Provide comprehensive group and one-on-one financial aid and general counseling/advising to all assigned students including but not limited to, first-year, upper-class, first semester transfers, undeclared, and other groups as needed.
• Adhere to and ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and University/EOF Program policies and procedures that govern academic advising practices including but not limited to curriculum updates, academic requirements and exceptions, caseload management, roster review, and annual grant reporting.
• Utilize available electronic student record/information systems such as Canvas, Banner, Degree Works, EOB Navigate as well as assessment tools and data from standardized assessments such as CIRP and NSSE, in the delivery of services to ensure the program meets the needs of advisees.
• Serve as a liaison to the school/programs/department as appointed by the EOF Leadership and develop partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Participate in recruitment/enrollment/retention related activities including dual enrollment logistics, presentations, outreach, programming and assessment.
• Review applicable data and publications for accuracy and respond in appropriate timeline.
• Seek active membership and participation in related professional associations and maintain awareness of current trends and issues related to the EOF population.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

Benefits

• The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.
• For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees