at Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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Position Details
Position Title
Financial Aid Counselor - New Student Enrollment
Position Status
Full-Time
Position Summary Information
Job Description Summary
The Financial Aid Counselor reports to the Assistant Director of Financial Aid Services. This position serves to enhance communication and coordination of recruitment efforts between the Offices of Undergraduate Admission and Financial Aid Services.
Responsibilities
Responsible to model the University Mission through dedicated job performance, service excellence to constituencies, respectful collaboration and active support of the University's Mission and Catholic and Lasallian higher education.
-Package students for financial aid and determine eligibility following university, state and federal requirements.
-Assist in reviewing enrollment reports concerning new incoming freshman and transfer students.
-Act as secondary staff member in support of Endowment Scholarship processing.
-Review reports about incoming freshman/transfer students in regards to financial aid paperwork; work collaboratively with the Admissions staff to ensure timely completion of paperwork.
-Make follow-up phone calls to new incoming students concerning the completion of their financial aid files.
-Read, interpret and assess pertinent financial aid information from a variety of sources.
-Monitor and provide students with accurate information regarding the processing and status of their financial aid requests.
-Maintain accurate records on students awarded financial aid; disseminate information to appropriate parties.
-Serve on university committees and/or task forces as assigned.
-Participate in Lewis University visit days, open houses, orientations
-Assist with the coordination of recruitment events and activities as assigned.
-Counsel prospective students and families to discuss admission and financial aid processes
-Serve as the administrative support for prospective students and the Office of Financial Aid Services
-Assist in building and maintaining relationships with high school guidance counselors
-Present financial aid materials and processes to small groups.
-Attend seminar, training and conferences as needed
-Perform additional job related duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid Services and/or the Assistant Director of Financial Aid Services.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required. Minimum of three years demonstrated experience working in a Financial Aid Office at the college or university level. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills required.
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Duties
Work hours
full time
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S01429
Posting Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions Summary
We invite applications from individuals that embody a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We are fully dedicated to providing opportunities for development of the whole person. To demonstrate this commitment, Lewis University wishes to build a culturally diverse workforce which strongly encourages applications from women, underrepresented populations, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
