Financial Aid Counselor

REINHARDT UNIVERSITY

9h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for counseling current and prospective students in maximizing their potential financial aid.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but would consider work experience in lieu of degree
• 1-3 years of related work experience in a higher education environment
• Excel experience required
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organization skills
• Knowledge of Institutional, State and Federal funds, regulations and handbooks
• Ability to work hours and events as required
• Protection of confidentiality of student’s information
• Ability to walk between buildings on campus
• Ability to work sitting down for long periods of time.

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years’ experience in a higher education financial aid environment
• Hands-on experience with PowerFaids, Jenzabar, and COD software

Responsibilities

• Counsel and assist students and parents in optimizing their potential financial aid package.
• Maintaining student’s aid packages, communications, and federal, state, and institutional compliance regulations.
• Provide timely and effective counseling to students and their families regarding financial aid options
• Assist with the recruitment and retention of students
• Advise students of academic requirements to maintain eligibility for the different financial aid programs
• Perform other functions associated with the day-to-day operations of the University as assigned by their supervisor.
• Establish and maintain contacts, processes and procedures with the appropriate departments. (i.e., Business Office, Registrar, Residential Life, Athletics, Faculty and Admissions)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level