Financial Aid Counselor

Taleo; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pittsburgh is seeking an Admissions & Financial Aid professional to analyze applicant financial aid information, interview applicants, and determine awarded aid in alignment with federal and University standards.

The role also assists in policy preparation, administers government loan programs, and coordinates loan activities across campus, with a hybrid on-campus/remote work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2 years of experience in financial aid or related area preferred.
• Hybrid: On-Campus and Remote work arrangement as determined by the department.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes financial information submitted by applicants to determine financial need and awarded aid.
• Assists in the preparation of financial aid policies for the University.
• Interviews applicants and counsels students and parents on aid policies and procedures.
• Assists in applying for federal funds for government loan programs and administers related rules and regulations.
• Coordinates and administers loan programs and develops initiatives within assigned areas.
• Reviews reports to ensure compliance and timely loan disbursement.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Admissions & Financial Aid - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - ( 26005979 )

Job Summary

Analyzes applicant financial aid information, selects candidates, and determines awarded financial aid. Assists in financial aid policy preparation and in applications for government loan program federal funds. Conducts applicant interviews and administers assigned financial aid programs.

Essential Functions

• Analyzes financial information submitted by applicants using established federal and University standards and guidelines to determine financial needs; selects candidates and determines the type and amount of financial aid to be awarded.

• Assists in the preparation of student financial assistance policies for the University.

• Corresponds and conducts interviews with applicants and their parents, counsels’ students, and answers inquiries from various sources on financial aid policies and procedures.

• Assists in making application for federal funds for government loan programs; administers rules and regulations set forth by the federal government concerning government funds.

• Coordinates and administers assigned financial aid loan programs such as private loans, federal plus loans; develops and implements new initiatives within assigned program areas.

• Reviews detailed reports to stay in compliance and resolve loan errors to avoid longer loan disbursing delays.

Physical Effort

Most work is sedentary, completed within an office setting. Some counseling/presenting is performed at other campuses and off-campus sites. Employee must be able to move about the campus to meetings and travel to locations outside of the University of Pittsburgh. Employee may be required to carry a box of material up to 50 lbs.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Family Academic & Student Services

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No

Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evenings and weekends may be required

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.