Student Financial Aid Counselor

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Student Financial Aid Counselor Job Category Staff & Executive- Financial Aid Department EVPAA-Finanical Aid NWK Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.

For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Student Financial Aid Counselor for the Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Financial Aid Office.

Among the key duties of this position are the following:

• Provides administrative services for the processing of financial aid and counseling services of all students enrolled in academic programs at RBHS.
• Formulates financial aid award packages using established federal, state and/or university policies.
• Determines and approves financial aid eligibility using latest online technology and its responsible for complete accounts of financial aid records.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement FLSA Exempt Grade 20S Position Salary Annual Minimum Salary 55626.00 Annual Mid Range Salary 66422.00 Annual Maximum Salary 78628.00 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description HPAE 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/university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One (I) 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

• Experience with networked mainframe and PC systems.
• Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Preferred Qualifications 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

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1108 Posting Open Date 05/07/2024 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark 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 bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university or equivalent combination of education and experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have one (I) year of professional experience in student financial aid?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents