Financial Aid Counselor

The Financial Aid Counselor assist with the administration of financial aid, reviews and awards Flagler College named scholarships and second reads awards. Complete various reports to Federal and State reporting guidelines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Determines financial aid awards, including federal, state, and institutional financial aid awards in compliance with federal, state, and institutional policy, regulation, and law. Evaluates students’ financial aid documents for completeness and accuracy, ensuring that federal, state, and institutional eligibility and application requirements are met.

Performs evaluation of student eligibility in accordance with financial aid renewal requirements and works in conjunction with the Registrar’s Office to review eligibility issues pertaining to grades and hours. Completes the application review and selection of Flagler College named scholarship recipients. Maintain the College’s institutional scholarship application to include adding new scholarships and updating the application to include new selection criteria Serves as the liaison across campus for statistical data and information regarding institutional scholarships and scholarship recipients, including compilation of regular reports to campus stakeholders Conduct a review of student financial aid package awards to ensure accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations as well as institutional policies Participates in College events to provide information on financial aid matters to the local community including students, prospective students, parents, high school personnel, and other organizations Maintains student financial aid records via both physical file and via enterprise software.

Additional Responsibilities: Perform duties \ tasks as prescribed by the Director and Associate Director of Financial Aid Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required (An acceptable equivalent is an AA degree plus a minimum of 2 years of professional office experience.) Preferred Knowledge and Skills: Effective and professional communication skills both verbally and in writing Possess patience and empathy for students and parents by remaining congenial and respectful under stressful conditions while treating others with dignity and respect Student-focused and collaborative, a cooperative attitude Responsive an accessible by responding promptly with appropriate follow through Analytical skills for the review of documents and student files Computer skills and experience in data entry Proficiency in mathematics Organizational skills and accurate record keeping/data entry Ability to multi-task and work in an environment with frequent interruptions Prior financial aid experience