Financial Aid Counselor
About The Position
Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. Louisiana Tech University is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking individual to serve as a Financial Aid Counselor in the Office of Financial Aid. This individual will be responsible for reviewing files selected for verification prior to students receiving federal financial aid. The counselor also corrects over-awards. The counselor may process requests for revisions on an as-needed basis. This individual will counsel students and their families regarding financial aid regulations and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This individual must display excellent customer service skills and have a strong commitment to quality service and professionalism. This position also requires the ability to multi-task in an office environment with frequent interruptions and distractions while maintaining effective results. Efficient time management skills, independent work ethic, as well as collaboration are also all necessary skills for this position. Each counselor is a valuable asset to our office. Louisiana Tech University provides over $100 million annually to its students through a combination of federal, state, institutional and private sources. The Office of Financial Aid operates under the Division of Student Advancement and works as a part of the University team to accomplish the mission and provide timely, accurate aid to applicants.
Requirements
- This position requires a minimum of an earned bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
- Hands-on experience with PC based information systems, proficiency with Microsoft Office products, solid written and verbal communication skills, decision-making skills, integrity, and confidentiality.
- Must be able to drive an automobile and carry materials to make presentations at remote sites.
Nice To Haves
- PowerFAIDS software knowledge
- Student Information System user experience
- Successful experience in a financial aid office.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing files selected for verification prior to students receiving federal financial aid.
- Correcting over-awards.
- Processing requests for revisions on an as-needed basis.
- Counseling students and their families regarding financial aid regulations and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
