Scholarship & Financial Aid Advisor

Missouri Southern State University; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO, invites applications for a Scholarship and Outreach Counselor in Financial Aid. The role administers scholarship programs, provides guidance on financial aid, and participates in outreach activities for prospective and current students.

You will work with MSSU Foundation, athletics, international students, and campus departments to ensure accurate award processing, compliance with FERPA, and timely communication of eligibility decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 1–2 years related experience preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of financial aid is a plus
• Willingness to travel occasionally for presentations, meetings, and training workshops

Responsibilities

• Administers Institutional, Foundation, departmental, performance-based, athletic, outside and international scholarships.
• Identifies student eligibility for scholarships through University systems and documents award decisions.
• Coordinates scholarship applications, renewals and award processes with MSSU Foundation.
• Coordinates Scholarship Committee activities and policy interpretation.
• Maintains scholarship information on University systems and websites and supports compliance requirements.
• Performs Financial Aid Counselor duties for prospective and current students including FAFSA guidance and eligibility assessments.
• Plans and participates in outreach events and communications to students, families and schools.

Skills

Excellent organizational skills

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

FERPA confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Banner

Microsoft Office

Job description

Missouri Southern State University in Joplin, MO, invites applications for a Scholarship and Outreach Counselor in Financial Aid. The role administers scholarship programs, provides guidance on financial aid, and participates in outreach activities for prospective and current students.

You will work with MSSU Foundation, athletics, international students, and campus departments to ensure accurate award processing, compliance with FERPA, and timely communication of eligibility decisions.