Financial Aid Counselor

Financial Aid Counselor

Company:

Morris College

Job Location:

Sumter, South Carolina

Category:

Financial Aid

Type:

Full-Time

Email:

alawson@morris.edu Financial Aid Counselor Position Summary Morris College invites applications for the position of Financial Aid

Counselor. The Financial Aid Counselor provides professional, student-centered financial aid counseling and support to prospective and

currently enrolled students and their families. The Financial Aid Counselor assists students throughout the financial aid process,

including completing financial aid applications, resolving incomplete files, understanding eligibility requirements, reviewing financial aid

awards, and maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and institutional regulations. This position works closely with

Admissions and Recruitment, the Business Office, the Records, and other campus offices to help remove financial barriers and support student

enrollment, persistence, and success. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Financial Aid Counselor

will: Provide financial aid counseling and customer service to prospective and current students and their

families.

Assist students and families with completing the FAFSA and other required financial aid documents.

Review student

financial aid files for completeness and accuracy.

Communicate with students regarding missing documents, verification requirements,

and other outstanding financial aid requirements.

Assist with the verification process and review required

documentation.

Counsel students regarding federal, state, institutional, and other available sources of financial

assistance.

Explain financial aid eligibility, awards, loan options, grants, scholarships, and student

responsibilities.

Assist with reviewing and packaging financial aid awards in accordance with federal, state, and institutional

policies.

Work with prospective and admitted students to help resolve financial aid issues that may prevent

enrollment.

Conduct financial aid presentations, workshops, and information sessions for students and families.

Participate

in recruitment, orientation, registration, admitted student, and other enrollment events.

Work closely with the Office of Admissions

and Recruitment to identify students with incomplete financial aid requirements and develop strategies to support

enrollment.

Maintain accurate and timely student records in the College's financial aid and student information

systems.

Assist with federal and state reporting, reconciliation, and compliance activities, as assigned.

Assist with the

administration of institutional scholarships and other financial assistance programs.

Monitor assigned student populations and

follow up with students regarding outstanding requirements.

Maintain confidentiality of student and financial information in

accordance with applicable laws and College policies.

Stay current on changes to federal and state financial aid regulations and

policies.

Participate in professional development and training activities.

Perform other related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience providing

customer service or working directly with students, families, or the public.

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication

skills.

Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to explain complex information in a clear and

understandable manner.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet established deadlines.

Ability to maintain

confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in a college or university Financial Aid Office.

Knowledge of

federal Title IV financial aid programs and regulations.

Experience processing FAFSA applications and financial aid

records.

Experience with student information systems and financial aid software.

Experience assisting students with

financial aid verification and other eligibility requirements.

Experience working with first generation college students and

families.

Experience working at a Historically Black College or University.

Knowledge of South Carolina state financial aid

programs. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The successful candidate should demonstrate: A strong commitment to student service and student success.

Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, federal, state, and

institutional financial aid policies and procedures.

The ability to explain financial aid information clearly to students and

families.

Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.

Attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong

organizational and time management skills.

The ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment.

The ability to work

collaboratively with Admissions and Recruitment, the Business Office, the Registrar, and other campus partners.

Professional

judgment and discretion when handling confidential information.

A commitment to supporting the mission and traditions of Morris

College. Please send cover letter, resume, list of references and transcripts to alawson@morris.edu HigherEd360 is part of the HigherEdJobs network.