Date Posted: November 4, 2020
Deadline: June 12, 2018
Organization: Lander University
Location: Greenwood
City: Greenwood
Website: View Website
Job Type: Full Time
Wages/Salary: $30,000 – $33,960 annually
Bachelor's degree required. At least two years Professional Financial Aid experience, or relevant work experience in a higher educational environment required. Customer service experience in higher education preferred. Knowledge of SAP, R2T4, student loan processing, verification and work-study preferred. Must have strong skills in providing excellent customer service and demonstrate strong ethics. A valid driver's license and safe driving history
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of all federal regulations and guidelines governing Title IV student financial assistance programs, as well as, NCAA regulations. High ethical and professional standards. Excellent organizational skills, a high level of attention to detail, and an ability to work in a dynamic work environment, meet deadlines and accommodate a variety of counseling needs. Knowledge of Microsoft Office. Knowledge of Banner, COD and NSLDS preferred. Demonstrated ability to provide presentations to small and large groups. Effective communication skills and the ability to explain complex ideas and systems to students and parents with a wide variety of needs. Strong interpersonal skills required.
The Financial Aid Counselor will assist students in receiving all financial assistance available to them. The individual will work closely with prospective and continuing students and families in planning and coordinating the funding of their education through eligible student loans, grants, scholarships and other financial arrangements. The Financial Aid Counselor, Athletic Liaison will provide financial aid counseling and processing for all students.
University Summer Hours: 7:30am – 5:30pm, Monday – Wednesday 7:30am – 5:00pm, Thursday