FA Counselor

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Grants/Scholar Department:

AIK Financial Aid Advertised Salary Range:

Part/Full Time:

Full Time About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service

• helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement Advertised Job Summary Financial Aid Counselor
• Grants/Scholarships (Financial Aid Specialist),

Salary:

$41,073

• $50,315 per year, USCA Financial Aid Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, the Financial Aid Counselor
• Grants/Scholarships is responsible for leadership in and the management of the USC Aiken Office of Financial Aid's administration of South Carolina Need Grant and Federal Grant programs. The Financial Aid Counselor
• Grants/Scholarships is directly responsible for ensuring compliance with state, federal, and institutional policy and procedures governing the receipt, processing, and application to student accounts of all grant programs. The Financial Aid Counselor
• Grant/Scholarships serves as the point of contact in the Office of Financial Aid for students receiving grants and serves as backup for all scholarship programs. Additionally, the Financial Aid Counselor
• Grant/Scholarships provides support in assisting and counseling students and parents regarding financial aid programs and processes.

Assists in the review of financial aid applications for all student aid programs and ensures accuracy and completeness. Assists with other financial aid programs as needed.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

The ability to establish and maintain working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and co-workers is essential. Ability to work under pressure and deadlines. Must possess excellent administrative, interpersonal, organizational, and communication abilities.

Minimum requirements:

Bachelor's degree in a job related field and 1 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Preferred:

Familiarity with enterprise-type systems such as Banner, and literacy with MS office and PC applications. Financial aid experience and knowledge of Federal Title IV program regulations preferred.

Application deadline:

October 13, 2026. USCA is an Equal Opportunity Institution. We strive to cultivate an environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of all individuals. Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions) Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with enterprise-type systems such as Banner, and literacy with MS office and PC applications. Financial aid experience and knowledge of Federal Title IV program regulations preferred. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities The ability to establish and maintain working relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and co-workers is essential. Ability to work under pressure and deadlines. Must possess excellent administrative, interpersonal, organizational, and communication abilities. Job Close Date 10/13/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant In addition to completing the online application, please also upload your resume and a separate cover letter. Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by October 13, 2026 . To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213605 EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions. je-a287bfbdd7f348dbb054a5f3087b5f09