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Texas A&M International University
Regional Advisor II (Eagle Pass/San Antonio)
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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.
$62,036 / year median in Texas
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Job Title Regional Advisor II (Eagle Pass/San Antonio) Agency Texas A&M International University Department Recruitment & School Relations Proposed Minimum Salary $21.11 hourly Job Location Laredo, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description Job Summary The Regional Advisor II, under direction, develops and implements admission, financial aid, and early outreach strategies that enhance the identification, recruitment and enrollment of prospective students. Serves as mentor and trainer for other staff and serves as lead on select recruitment programs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Identifies, recruits, and contributes to increasing the population of admitted and enrolled under-represented students in designated high schools and regions. Works directly with prospective students and parents through the entire admissions, scholarship, and financial aid application process. Follows-up on specific questions and troubleshoots any issues. Develops, implements, and manages recruitment and financial aid early awareness programs for assigned areas. Advises and assists students in solving their financial problems through scholarships, loans, grants, employment and financial counseling. Assists with budgeting, money management, loans and indebtedness counseling to students on an individual and group basis and makes presentations to groups regarding financial aid and scholarship programs. Coordinates with high school counselors to facilitate the admissions, financial aid, and scholarship application process. Implements recruitment activities such as campus trips, presentations, resource tables, application workshops and designated area projects. Organizes, implements, and reports on programs/projects including marketing, accommodations, itineraries, meals, speakers and records. Coordinates major office programs. Serves as a mentor and assists in the training of subordinate advisors regarding admissions and financial aid rules, regulations, policies and procedures, as well as how to develop and maintain relationships in high schools and community agencies. This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned. Additional Responsibilities Develops a working knowledge of University information, opportunities, and policies. Understands current federal, state, and institutional policies, procedures, and regulations on financial aid and admissions. Travels to and attends local and state workshops and conferences. Minimum Requirements Education - Bachelor's degree. Experience - Two years of related experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Preferred Education and Experience Bilingual (Spanish/English). Experience in higher education.