Financial Aid Counselor

American University

Washington, DC, US
$27.00 - $31.00 ph; not specified; not specified
Hybrid
Determine financial aid eligibility
Advise on financial assistance programs
Analyze federal tax forms
The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the highest levels of service to current and prospective students and parents, determining financial aid eligibility, and assuring compliance with federal and institutional guidelines

Job Summary

  • The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the highest levels of service to current and prospective students and parents, determining financial aid eligibility, and assuring compliance with federal and institutional guidelines.
  • This position requires the counselor to advise current students, prospective students, parents, and colleagues regarding federal, state, and institutional financial assistance programs.
  • American University offers a competitive benefits package and is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution.

Matching Summary

The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the highest levels of service to current and prospective students and parents, determining financial aid eligibility, and assuring compliance with federal and institutional guidelines.

Salary

$27.00 - $31.00 per hour; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Determine financial aid eligibility
  • Advise on financial assistance programs
  • Analyze federal tax forms
  • Conduct need analysis
  • Evaluate financial aid appeals

Nice-to-have

  • Student-centered research institution
  • Meaningful change in the world
  • Self-direction and minimal supervision
  • Championing customer needs

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • 3 - 5 years of relevant experience
  • Associate Degree and 5 years financial aid working experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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