Student Financial Aid Counselor - Rbhs Piscataway

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Student Financial Aid Counselor

• RBHS Piscataway Job Category Staff & Executive

• Financial Aid Department EVPAA-Financial Aid PISC Overview

New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating universitywide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research.

Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers.

Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates.

Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Student Financial Aid Counselor for the Office of the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs (EVPAA) - Office of Financial Aid.

Under supervision of the Financial Aid Supervisor, this position provides administrative services for the processing of financial aid and counseling services of all students enrolled in academic programs at RBHS. The Student Financial Aid Counselor formulates financial aid award packages using established federal, state and/or university policies. determines and approves financial aid eligibility using latest online technology and is responsible for complete accounts of financial aid records.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Counsels students, parents and outside groups in financial aid program eligibility, online applications and loan processing.

• Complies with current regulations of all federal, state, private and university programs.

• Conducts individual and group federally mandated entrance and exit interview programs.

• Prepares and presents debt management and budgetary workshops to all students.

• Assists Campus Director and Associate Campus Director in preparation of various federal, state, university and private reports.

• Members of internal and external committees as determined by the Campus Director or Associate Campus Director.

• Acts as liaison with various internal departments as appropriate.

• Recommends and administers policies and procedures for the administration of financial aid and the day-to-day activities of the financial aid office.

• Responsible for resolving any related issues as a result of the letter generation process.

• Prepares financial aid correspondence in all venues when necessary.

• Represents RBHS at professional meetings, seminars and/or conferences as assigned.

• Provides assistance and guidance to support staff.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.

FLSA Exempt Grade 20S Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 54750.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 65376.000 Annual Maximum Salary 77390.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description HPAE, Local 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff

• 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

• One (1) year of professional experience in student financial aid.

• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with networked mainframe and PC systems required.

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.

• No special vision requirements.

• Must be able to lift 10 to 15 pounds.

• Office environment.

• Moderate Noise.

Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1290 Posting Open Date 05/28/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Piscataway (RBHS) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience?

• Yes

• No

• Do you have One (1) year of professional experience in student financial aid?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application