Financial Aid Counselor

Financial Aid Counselor

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Job Location

Waleska, GA

Description

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.

 

Minimum Education & Experience 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

 

Desired Qualifications Include:

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

 

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Job Functions:

 

The primary responsibility of a Financial Aid Counselor is to counsel and assist students and parents in optimizing their potential financial aid package. Along with counseling, the candidate is responsible for maintaining student’s aid packages, communications, and federal, state, and institutional compliance regulations.

 

Student Relations:

 

• 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

 

Additional Responsibilities:      

 

• 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.

                                                                                   

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, and a clear and effective customer service approach.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency, especially in the use of excel, and ability to learn new software
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work assignments
• 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

 

Work Environment/Physical Requirements of the Job:  

 

This position is an in person office environment. 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.

 

Reinhardt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/M/V/H/V). 

Reinhardt University is an equal opportunity institution. The University respects the essential dignity of all individuals and is committed to providing equal access to and support for education and employment opportunities. Reinhardt does not discriminate in any of its policies, programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, age, culture, national origin, socioeconomic status, veteran’s status, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, religious belief, physical (dis)ability, political affiliation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. All people involved in the operations of the University are prohibited from engaging in such discrimination. Direct inquiries regarding the equal opportunity and non-discrimination policy to: Director of Human Resources, Reinhardt University, 7300 Reinhardt Circle, Waleska, GA 30183, 770-720-9146.