Student Financial Aid Advisor

University of St. Francis; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

University of St. Francis seeks a Financial Aid Services Counselor to counsel students on eligibility and assist with finishing federal/state verification requirements. The role includes packaging aid per USF policies and guiding applicants to enrollment.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in business administration or related field, strong counseling and communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Standard hours with some evenings during peak periods are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or related field.
• Excellent counseling, writing, communication, and organizational skills required.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and coordinate duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in administering federal aid program requirements.
• Inform the Director of Financial Aid Services of all matters related to processing aid requirements.
• Oversee assigned aid programs and reconcile Banner data with agencies.

Skills

Counseling

Writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Tools

Ellucian Banner Financial Aid System

Job description

University of St. Francis seeks a Financial Aid Services Counselor to counsel students on eligibility and assist with finishing federal/state verification requirements. The role includes packaging aid per USF policies and guiding applicants to enrollment.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in business administration or related field, strong counseling and communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Standard hours with some evenings during peak periods are expected.