Financial Aid Counselor, Front End

University of San Francisco

San Francisco, CA, US
Base: $70,304 annualized; bonus/equity: not specif...
Onsite
Financial aid program counseling
Federal and state regulations
Student need analysis
The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling and advising students and parents on various financial aid programs, assisting with the administration of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs

Job Summary

  • The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling and advising students and parents on various financial aid programs, assisting with the administration of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs.
  • Incumbents will conduct student need analysis, perform federal verifications and packaging of student aid, certify federal loan eligibility, and make professional judgment decisions regarding student aid eligibility.
  • The role involves managing private scholarship programs, coordinating the awarding of undergraduate and graduate scholarships, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Matching Summary

The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling and advising students and parents on various financial aid programs, assisting with the administration of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs.

Salary

Base: $70,304 annualized; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Financial aid program counseling
  • Federal and state regulations
  • Student need analysis
  • Federal verifications
  • Aid packaging
  • Scholarship program management

Nice-to-have

  • Excellent customer service
  • Creative and strategic thinking
  • Commitment to USF's Vision, Mission and Values

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 2 years of experience in financial aid or higher education
  • Working knowledge of Title IV regulations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and automated financial aid systems

Work Rights

Not specified

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