Financial Aid Counselor

Type: Full-Time

Posted: 03/12/2024

Category: Financial Aid

Position Title: Financial Aid Counselor

Description:

The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling and advising current and prospective students and their families on federal, state and institutional financial aid programs as well as assisting with the removal of barriers to receive educational funding.

Department:

Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships

Position Overview:

The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling and advising current and prospective students and their families on federal, state and institutional financial aid programs as well as assisting with the removal of barriers to receive educational funding.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $46,500 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities:

The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling and advising current and prospective students and their families on federal, state and institutional financial aid programs as well as assisting with the removal of barriers to receive educational funding. With a student centered focus, the Financial Aid Counselor provides information on policies, procedures and eligibility of financial aid programs. The Financial Aid Counselor analyzes and processes student financial aid records, including federal verification, certification of loans, awarding grants, evaluating/reviewing student files and reconciling student accounts. The Financial Aid Counselor participates in orientation programs and outreach and awareness events on and off campus. The Financial Aid Counselor is assigned as the lead for one or more financial aid programs and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment

• Customer service experience is helpful, but not required

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave
• 15 Days of Sick Leave
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester

• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance

• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)

• Professional development opportunities

• Wellness opportunities

• & Much more

Contingent II positions may include some benefits.

Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.

Salary: Salary starts at $46,500, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hours: Full time

Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Exempt

Equal Opportunity Statement: UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Title IX: As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here.

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Work Authorization: As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

UMBC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer