St. Norbert College (SNC), a nationally-ranked, private, Catholic, liberal arts college invites applications for a Financial Aid Counselor. This position provides counseling and awarding of financial aid to students ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations.
Specific responsibilities:
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Provide counseling to prospective and continuing students and families on the financial aid eligibility and application process, including types of aid available, costs, financing options, and outside scholarships.
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Review FAFSA results, interpret tax forms and schedules, and verify the information provided on the FAFSA application. Identify and apply specified federal regulations to data required for verification. Identify conflicting information and interpret guidelines for resolution.
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Award federal, state, and institutional aid in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies/regulations for both graduate and undergraduate students.
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Manage federal, state and/or private aid/scholarship programs (i.e. federal loans, grants, federal work-study, state aid programs, private loans, scholarships, etc.). This includes ensuring students are paid accurately and timely, certifying loans and/or submitting state vouchers, disbursing aid and reconciling funds between the college and the federal/state government in accordance with federal, state or institutional policies and/or regulations.
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Represent the college at on-campus and off-campus events that pertain to financial aid. This includes developing financial aid presentations and materials, as well as presenting.
Required Minimum Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree preferred in a related field.
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Minimum of 1 year of financial aid experience required.
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Banner database experience is a plus.
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Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations is preferred.
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Dedicated to working in a mission-driven environment, with a profound respect for and commitment to preserving the rich traditions of Catholicism, Norbertine values, and the liberal arts.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Ability to interact professionally with coworkers and customers, particularly in conflict situations.
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Ability to interact politely and resolve customer service issues.
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Ability to multitask, meet specific deadlines, and prioritize tasks and assignments.
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Skilled in basic math computations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
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Knowledge of computer programs (Microsoft Office, Google Apps, Workday) and ability to learn upgrades and new programs as needed.
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Ability to exercise good judgement and decisions in an expeditious manner.
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Skilled at setting a good example for others.
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Skilled at organizing events, programs, projects and see them through to completion.
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Skilled at making presentations to large (>100) groups of people.
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Ability to concentrate and focus in a noisy environment.
Benefits package:
The College offers an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plan; paid time-off and tuition waiver. For more information, please visit: https://www.snc.edu/hr/workinghere.html.
Application instructions:
Applications received by Monday, March 24 will be ensured full consideration. However, applications will continue to be accepted until the position has been filled. Please submit a cover letter and resume with your application.
St. Norbert College (SNC), a Catholic, Norbertine and Liberal Arts College provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual and personal development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students.
At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth and justice. Consistent with these principles, St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, diverse and spiritually engaged community (https://www.snc.edu/mission/gettingtoknow.html).
Exempt
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the job if work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the job. Percentage of time may vary widely depending on the needs of the position during any particular time period. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
