Packaging Officer

University of New Hampshire; Plymouth (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Plymouth State University seeks a Financial Aid Administrator to review applications, perform need analysis, and determine eligibility for federal, state, and institutional aid in alignment with USNH policies. The role involves substantial interaction with prospective and current students and families.

Responsibilities include advising on aid processes, program leadership, and liaison duties across university offices, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and student support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience in financial aid administration.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal financial aid processes, regulations and need analysis.

Responsibilities

• Review financial aid applications for accuracy of income and asset information; perform federal need analysis and appropriate awarding.
• Advise students and parents regarding the financial aid process, eligibility and award determinations.
• Serve as the office expert on specific programs, lead at least one program, and act as liaison with other offices.
• Meet with groups on and off campus; present financial literacy information and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Financial aid knowledge

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ellucian Banner

PowerFAIDS

Job description

Under the administrative supervision of designated administrator, assist in the administration of the financial aid program by reviewing financial aid applications, performing need analysis, determining federal, state and institutional aid eligibility and awarding financial aid funds in accordance with Federal, State and USNH rules, regulations and policies. This position also has as a second primary responsibility substantial and daily interaction with PSU prospective and current students and their families.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Review financial aid applications for accuracy of income and asset information; make corrections as needed. Responsible for performing federal need analysis using professional judgment, federal regulations and institutional guidelines and policies. Calculate federal, state and institutional student aid eligibility and appropriately award such aid, if students meet qualifications. (70%)

• Advise students and parents regarding the financial aid process, types of available aid, eligibility and award determinations as well as policy interpretations. (10%)

• Perform special projects and be responsible for specific aid programs, as assigned. This includes being the office expert on more than one specific program, serving as the lead on at least one program and the primary backup on at least one program. This also includes acting as the primary and secondary liaison with University and non-University offices and departments. (10%)

• Meet with various groups on and off campus; present financial literacy information to constituents both on campus and throughout the state of New Hampshire. Perform other duties as assigned. (10%)

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of related experience in financial aid administration. Experience with Ellucian Banner and/or PowerFAIDS.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal financial aid processes, regulations and need analysis.

Plymouth State University offers high-quality baccalaureate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs. Through research and innovative community partnerships, the University contributes to the economic, social, cultural, and environmental development of the North Country and Lakes Region of New Hampshire and beyond.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

$41,890.00 - $74,390.00

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

Location:

Plymouth