Job description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Position Number:
123831
Title:
Financial Aid Counselor
Functional Title:
Financial Aid Counselor
Category Status:
33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Staff
University Authorized FTE:
1.000
Unit:
SVPAAP-EM-Financial Aid Services
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Financial Aid Counselor, under the direction of the Assistant Director, provides financial aid services to students on a wide basis. The Financial Aid Counselor will conduct student need analysis, perform federal verifications and packaging of student aid, provide financial aid counseling to facilitate problem-solving with students and parents and maintain the scholarship award management system. Incumbents in this job classification will interact with specific outside agencies to facilitate the student eligibility process and they are accountable for ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Must be comfortable speaking to large groups of students and parents. Must have strong organization and time management skills. Must have excellent customer service skills, and be dedicated to providing consistent, high-quality customer service to meet the needs of our diverse clientele.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree and at least 1-2 years of financial aid experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must have the ability and knowledge to assist in multiple areas throughout the office.
- The candidate must exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
- Because of the nature of the data in relation to student’s academic record, attention to detail when reviewing and entering data is extremely important.
- It is critical to the office that the candidate possesses the ability to work in and promote a team environment and has the ability to interpret and communicate information based on knowledge of institutional policies, procedures, and departmental considerations.
Preferences:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the area of scholarships is preferred.
- Knowledge of an automated data processing system and one year experience in customer service with experience in a financial aid office preferred.
- Knowledge of Title IV regulations, policies and procedures is preferred.
- Strong counseling skills and experience preferred
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
This position does not provide sponsorship for visa.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Must have the ability to lift and carry small parcels, packages and other items, to walk short distances, and drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials.
Posting Date:
04/19/2023
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Yes
Best Consideration Date
05/12/2023
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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