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Financial Aid Advisor I

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

East Carolina University requires candidates to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Job Title Financial Aid Advisor I
Position Number 500507
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department AAH Financial Aid Awrds Schlrshps
Department Homepage https://financialaid.ecu.edu
Advertising Department STUDENT FINANCIAL AID
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title Specialist
Working Title Financial Aid Advisor I
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. income offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC income administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $33,540 - $41,207
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Non-Faculty
Job Category Non-Faculty Staff Professional
Organizational Unit Overview The mission of The Office of Student Financial Aid is to offer a comprehensive financial aid program that attempts to meet the financial needs of all university students, utilizing aid programs from all sources students are believed to be eligible, designing financial aid packages in ways which assist students in achieving a quality education and support their academic objectives.

Further, to remain eligible to participate in all available funding sources by maintaining compliance and providing data to funding sources and campus partners.

Job tasks The primary purpose of this financial aid advisor position is to advise students and parents about financial aid programs, eligibility requirements, financing options, policies and procedures at the University. The advisor provides information and advice about all financial aid programs. The counselor reviews and analyzes financial aid applications and records. The counselor resolves conflicting information's, investigates unusual situations, and decides the outcome.
Position will provide a variety of financial aid information to students.

Description of job responsibilities/tasks:

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Counseling tasks: All professional staff have counselor tasks.
The position will have direct contact with clients (students and parents, primarily) on an appointment and walk-in basis and over the phone. The position provides information about all student financial aid programs - program characteristics such as type of aid, funding source, amounts, interest rates, repayment requirements, application procedures and individual student eligibility requirements such as academic, financial, citizenship, enrollment, etc. In order to complete this responsibility, the position must be knowledgeable in the details of all students' financial aid programs, ranging from private/institutional scholarships to federal loan programs. The position discusses confidential financial data and other family circumstances with the client. Information technology advises the client about its impact and eligibility to participate in various aid programs. The position exercises ?professional judgment? in individual student situations. In financial aid administration, this means that the position determines, after reviewing the student's situation, that the student does not fall into the standard categories outline in program regulations and that the student should be an ?exception to the rule?. The position, although not an academic advisor, is often in a situation of suggesting various academic strategies to help a student meet the financial aid satisfactory academic progress requirements for the retention of financial aid.

Although the position is not directly responsible for activities in other areas of the University, Information technology often offers advice about paying bills, housing, registering, applying for admissions, transferring to and from the University, career planning, etc. At times the position is also in a position of recommending that the client seek assistance through the University's counseling center or dean of students. The position makes decisions to award financial aid, or to approve a client as an ?exception? can mean access to higher education for that individual.

In addition to providing accurate information, explanations of federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures, and guidance to the student, this position must project a sensitive and caring attitude. This position must recognize the impact of interaction with the student and/or parent in this situation can have on a college career and personal life. As part of the position's counseling activities, Information technology may contact other university offices to seek advice for the student or serve as an advocate for the student. The position also contacts private lenders, guarantee agencies, state and federal agencies, and the U.S. Department of Education for information or as an advocate for the student.

In addition to individual counseling with clients, the position represents the University in outreach programs - open houses, financial aid nights at local high schools, etc. In this function, the position must provide information about financial aid programs and eligibility requirements to assist prospective students in prosperously navigating the financial aid application process. Information technology must be able to answer questions from audiences. To do this, this position must retain a lot of detailed information about all student financial aid programs. Information technology must thoroughly understand the programs, the need analysis system (the formula which establishes financial edibility for programs) and be able to explain in clear and concise language. This position must also project a positive image of the University and the office.

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Program Knowledge:
Position uses a thorough knowledge of Federal and State student financial aid programs, policies, and procedures and communicates information clearly.

Position uses in-depth knowledge impact of external grants/scholarships/VA benefits and 529 program funding in order to collaborate with Student Accounts and the Third-Party Billing office on impact of external dollars on previously awarded aid. Further, position will adjust aid and notify students as needed.

As a part of ?redistributing? previously awarded aid, position must be able to advise students and parents about financial aid programs, eligibility requirements, financing options, policies, and procedures at the university. Position may contact with Cashier about the retraction and repayment of previously disbursed aid.

Position must understand the information that can or cannot be give under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) and policies and procedures of the University, the Office of the Financial Aid and the state of North Carolina. Position must be knowledgeable about Banner, the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC), the Common Origination and Disbursement System and the National Student Loan Data System and how to navigate through each. This position must be knowledgeable of important dates and deadlines each semester to organize and prioritize their work.

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Information and Records Administration:
Position will review documents (examples - not all inclusive: IRS forms, Social Security Administration documents, military leave and earnings statements, Veteran's Administration benefits letters, letters from students and/or parents, Federal Student Aid Reports, Parent Loan application/ promissory notes) that pertain to a student's financial aid application. Position will review for completeness and compare with information already contained on the student's financial aid Banner record. Confidentiality of these records is crucial to the operation of the Financial Aid Office and to this position. Position must understand the Federal and State regulations surrounding Financial Aid to determine if additional information is needed or if the file is complete to determine the award package. Position will be responsible for determining award located on these guidelines.

This position is contingent upon available funding.

Minimum Education/practice Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and practice. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None

Preferred practice, expertise, Training/Education Bachelor's degree and two years practice in Financial Aid/Title IV aid administration.

Special Instructions to Applicant East Carolina University requires candidates to submit a candidate profile online in order to be considered for the position. Candidates must also submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of three references, including contact information, online.

candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, candidates must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, candidates that possess the preferred education and practice must also possess the minimum education/practice, if applicable.

Job Open Date 04/18/2024
Open Until Filled No
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. 05/03/2024
Initial Screening Begins 05/02/2024
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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/70102
AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified candidates from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a discapability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, discapability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or E-Mail: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information If you practice any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, Contact Us by the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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Job Location: Houston, Texas
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Post Date: 04/18/2024 / Viewed 53 times
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Company: Rice University
Contact Email: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu


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