Financial Aid Counselor

Hope International University

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Position: Financial Aid Counselor

Organizational Relationship: Director of Student Financial Services

Position Status: Non-exempt, full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Position Summary: The Financial Aid Counselor will counsel students and authorized third parties about financial aid programs and provide general financial aid information to students and the community. The Financial Aid Counselor evaluates financial aid applications, awards need-based and merit-based aid, represents the college to students and parents at outreach activities and with public and private organizations, attends training workshops and conferences, and keeps informed of changes to financial aid programs to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations as well as institutional policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Counsel students and parents regarding

o general financial aid process

o eligibility requirements

o documentation and verification requirements

o rights and responsibilities pertaining to student loan borrowing and debt

· Create financial aid award letters, determining federal, state, institutional and/or outside funding eligibility.

Verification of Financial Aid

• Processing and verification of federal, state, and institutional aid
• Collect necessary documentation from student and/or parent
• Verify Title IV recipients as needed
• Determine loan amounts and eligibility

Communication

· Frequent communication with Director of Student Financial Services, Senior Financial Aid Counselor, Loan Specialist, other departments across the University, authorized third parties including but not limited to parents.

Miscellaneous

• Assists in developing, preparing, and disseminating forms and informational material
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Student Financial Services Department

Employment Standards

QUALIFICATIONS: To fulfill this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree and/or at least 1 year of financial aid experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills: Federal regulations pertaining to the administration of Title IV aid, COD, NSLDS, and Cal Grants; Microsoft Office Suite; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively; writing skills; awarding/packaging; counseling techniques; public speaking; knowledge of compliance requirements; evaluation of satisfactory progress standard; interpersonal communication skills. Familiarity with campus management software is desired.

Mental Demands: Problem-solving; ability to prioritize responsibilities and exercise independent judgment, especially regarding state, federal, college, and office policies and procedures; ability to adapt to changes

Visual Demands: Extended viewing of a computer monitor, proofreading, and quality control.

Physical Demands: Extended intervals at the keyboard, ability to lift/move up to 30 pounds, periodic registrations required long intervals of standing. The position may require climbing stairs and walking to various offices on campus.

Environment: Very busy, team-oriented, fast-paced environment; must be able to maintain confidential information; extensive contact with students, outside agencies, faculty, and staff. May require occasional late hours and weekends.

Character: Must embody Christian character and be actively involved in a local church

Application Instructions

To apply for this position, please complete and submit the Application for STAFF Jobs on our website:

https://www.hiu.edu/about-hiu/human-resources/hiu-career-opportunities/

Please Note

• It may take up to 48 hours for the posting to appear on the HIU website. In the meantime, we encourage you to return and check the posting again.
• For questions regarding this position, please use the online application process. We kindly ask that you do not contact the university directly.

MUST LIVE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF THE UNIVERISTY!

No out of state applicants will be accepted.

IN PERSON ONLY

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate

• Fullerton, CA 92831: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person