Financial Aid Counselor

Penn State University

Berks, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $42,100.00 - $67,300.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid
Daily financial aid counseling for students
Resolve outstanding balance issues proactively
Lead communications for financial aid team
The primary role is to educate and assist prospective and current students with the financial aid process from application through fund disbursement

Job Summary

  • The primary role is to educate and assist prospective and current students with the financial aid process from application through fund disbursement.
  • Employees will serve as the lead communications person for the financial aid team and report directly to the Associate Director of Financial Aid.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

The primary role is to educate and assist prospective and current students with the financial aid process from application through fund disbursement.

Salary

Base: $42,100.00 - $67,300.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Daily financial aid counseling for students
  • Resolve outstanding balance issues proactively
  • Lead communications for financial aid team

Nice-to-have

  • Bilingual fluent in Spanish preferred
  • Experience with Federal Work-Study programs
  • Event presentation skills at high schools

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required
  • 1+ years relevant experience for Intermediate level
  • 3+ years relevant experience for Advanced level
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
  • Federal FBI Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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