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Southeastern Louisiana University

Financial Aid Counselor

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 days ago

Location: Hammond, LA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 hours ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

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What they do

A Financial Aid Counselor or Specialist provides information and assistance to students and families, including information on student loans and other sources of financial aid. Leads group presentations or provides individual counseling and assistance with the application process; may also solicit and review applications for specific scholarships.

$60,707 / year median in Louisiana

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University. Southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Financial Aid invites applications for the position of Financial Aid Counselor. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Financial Aid. The Financial Aid Counselor's duties include counseling and advising students and parents on the various financial aid programs, assisting with the administration of one or more federal, state, or institutional financial aid programs, evaluating Financial Aid applications in order to determine student eligibility for various financial aid programs, and collecting data and keeping accurate records.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university by hire date

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in financial aid administration, or related experience Experience in a highly automated, financial aid office at an institution which resembles Southeastern Louisiana University in size and complexity of program administration

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Proficient with automated data management Strong organizational skills Strong communication, customer service and public relation skills Knowledge or skill in various software applications including Microsoft Word and data management tools

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Cover Letter Resume Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired) Names and contact information for 3 references Posting Close Date September 28, 2026

Please Note:

Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration. Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. How to

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Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered .