Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details
Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Brookdale Community College

Hourly Senior Office Assistant, Financial Aid

Career Insights for Financial Aid Counselor / Specialist

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on New Jersey data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

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.

$69,997 / year median in New Jersey

+8% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

Category:
Student Affairs Position Type:
Hourly[HR] Pay Rate $19.97/hr Overview Perform clerical/office support for the Financial Aid department. Provide customer services and support to students and visitors. Assist the director and administrators in the department as appropriate. Responsibilities Provide first-line support to students and parents, answering questions related to financial aid applications, eligibility, and award processes. Coordinate with staff in other departments to support the students if needed. Assist in the preparation and distribution of financial aid communications, including emails, flyers, and brochures. Assists with ensuring the accuracy of the Financial Aid website and other social media platforms. Assist with outreach activities to various on and off campus constituencies: i.e. high schools, community centers. Maintain accurate and confidential student financial aid records. Assist with processing financial aid applications, such as comparing list and roster, organizing files. Participate in outreach activities such as financial aid workshops, orientation sessions, and college events. Utilize financial aid management systems to update and retrieve data as needed. Help troubleshoot issues with online financial aid applications and software. Assist other office personnel with special assignments or substitute for absent personnel when appropriate. Other tasks assigned by the Director of Financial aid of class information for registration system and reconcile with brochure content.
Qualifications Education:
High school diploma required. Associate degree preferred.
Experience:
2 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. Previous experience in an administrative support role; experience in a financial aid office is a plus. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. High level of customer service experience. Familiarity with financial aid regulations and procedures (e.g., FAFSA, Direct Loans) is desirable.
Knowledge Abilities/Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on empathy and service. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and capable of learning new software applications. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications & Special Considerations:
Knowledge of Monmouth County and its communities. Application Documents Cover Letter, Other, Resume Pay Rate $19.97/hr