Financial Aid Counselor

REINHARDT UNIVERSITY

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Reinhardt University is currently accepting applications for a Financial Aid Counselor for the Financial Aid Office. Position Summary: 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
• The candidate must have the ability to walk between buildings on campus, occasionally lift up to twenty pounds, and be able 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

• 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
• As appropriate, this position may be required to 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)
• The Financial Aid Counselor is an integral component to the success of a student’s college career.
• Therefore, attendance for this position is generally required at 37.5 hours per week, during normal business hours in person, usually 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• As required by seasonal workload, this position may occasionally work overtime.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees