Financial Aid Advisor — Shape Futures for Students

Ajcunet; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Scranton in Scranton, PA, is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to deliver financial assistance to applicants and manage loan processing. You will review aid packages, verify FAFSA data, and counsel students and families on aid options in a collaborative, student-focused setting.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience in financial aid or related fields. The role supports diversity and Jesuit mission and requires accuracy, organization, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 year of financial aid counseling or related experience.
• In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, 3 years of relevant experience will be considered.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Support for the University’s Catholic and Jesuit mission.

Responsibilities

• Review and award financial aid packages per federal, state and institutional guidelines.
• Research student loan records with NSLDS and COD and reconcile data.
• Develop and monitor cost of attendance budgets and aid/loan periods.
• Award graduate and undergraduate PLUS Loans and provide exit counseling.
• Counsel students and parents on applications, eligibility, and awarding.
• Verify FAFSA data and resolve related issues with NSLDS.
• Monitor outside resources and determine impact on aid.
• Serve as liaison with internal and external constituencies.

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Multitasking

Diversity & inclusion

Catholic & Jesuit mission

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

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Job description

The University of Scranton in Scranton, PA, is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to deliver financial assistance to applicants and manage loan processing. You will review aid packages, verify FAFSA data, and counsel students and families on aid options in a collaborative, student-focused setting.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 1 year of experience in financial aid or related fields. The role supports diversity and Jesuit mission and requires accuracy, organization, and