Financial Aid Counselor

Analyzes applicant financial aid information, selects candidates, and determines awarded financial aid. Assists in financial aid policy preparation and in applications for government loan program federal funds. Conducts applicant interviews and administers assigned financial aid programs.

Admissions & Financial Aid

Essential Functions

• Analyzes financial information submitted by applicants using established federal and University standards and guidelines to determine financial needs; selects candidates and determines the type and amount of financial aid to be awarded.
• Assists in the preparation of student financial assistance policies for the University.
• Corresponds and conducts interviews with applicants and their parents, counsels’ students, and answers inquiries from various sources on financial aid policies and procedures.
• Assists in making application for federal funds for government loan programs; administers rules and regulations set forth by the federal government concerning government funds.
• Coordinates and administers assigned financial aid loan programs such as private loans, federal plus loans; develops and implements new initiatives within assigned program areas.
• Reviews detailed reports to stay in compliance and resolve loan errors to avoid longer loan disbursing delays.
  
  

Physical Effort

Most work is sedentary, completed within an office setting. Some counseling/presenting is performed at other campuses and off-campus sites. Employee must be able to move about the campus to meetings and travel to locations outside of the University of Pittsburgh. Employee may be required to carry a box of material up to 50 lbs.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Staff.Financial Aid Counselor

Job Family

Academic & Student Services

Job Sub-Family

Student Financial Services

Campus

Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

No

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evenings and weekends may be required

Work Arrangement

Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range

TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Not Applicable