Student Financial Aid Counselor-RH Newark

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Rutgers University is seeking a Student Financial Aid Counselor for their Office of Financial Aid in Newark. The role involves providing financial aid processing and counseling to students, formulating aid packages, and ensuring compliance with federal and state policies. Required qualifications include a bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee and dependent educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• One year of professional experience in student financial aid.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative services for processing financial aid and counseling.
• Formulates financial aid award packages.
• Determines and approves financial aid eligibility.

Skills

Experience with networked mainframe and PC systems

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Job description

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Job Category

Department

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

The Office of Financial Aid strives to provide the highest quality service to undergraduate, graduate and professional students in pursuit of their academic goals. Our primary objective is to assist students and families in planning for and meeting expenses associated with attendance at the university. At our offices in Camden, Newark, New Brunswick, and Piscataway, we focus on establishing aid eligibility, awarding scholarships, grants, loans, and employment to eligible students as well as providing financial aid counseling to students and families.

Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Student Financial Aid Counselor-RH Newark for the Office of Financial Aid – Rutgers Health.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Provides administrative services for the processing of financial aid and counseling services of all students enrolled in academic programs at RBHS .
• Formulates financial aid award packages using established federal, state and/or university policies.
• Determines and approves financial aid eligibility using latest online technology and its responsible for complete accounts of financial aid records.

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Grade

Grade 20S

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 55626.00

Mid Range Salary 66422.00

Maximum Salary

Maximum Salary 78628.00

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.
• One (1) year of professional experience in student financial aid.

Certifications/Licenses

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with networked mainframe and PC systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift 10 to 15 pounds.

Special Conditions

Posting Number

Posting Number 25ST1343

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 06/16/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS)

City

City Newark

State

State NJ

Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Student Financial Aid Counselor-RH Newark Job Category Staff & Executive - Financial Aid Department Financial Aid - RH Overview Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. Ranked in 2022 by Forbes as a top 100 best large employer in America, Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.

The Office of Financial Aid strives to provide the highest quality service to undergraduate, graduate and professional students in pursuit of their academic goals. Our primary objective is to assist students and families in planning for and meeting expenses associated with attendance at the university. At our offices in Camden, Newark, New Brunswick, and Piscataway, we focus on establishing aid eligibility, awarding scholarships, grants, loans, and employment to eligible students as well as providing financial aid counseling to students and families. Posting Summary Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Student Financial Aid Counselor-RH Newark for the Office of Financial Aid – Rutgers Health. Among the key duties of the position are the following:

• Provides administrative services for the processing of financial aid and counseling services of all students enrolled in academic programs at RBHS .
• Formulates financial aid award packages using established federal, state and/or university policies.
• Determines and approves financial aid eligibility using latest online technology and its responsible for complete accounts of financial aid records.

FLSA Exempt Grade 20S Salary Details Minimum Salary 55626.00 Mid Range Salary 66422.00 Maximum Salary 78628.00 Offer Information The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent. Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Position Status Full Time Working Hours (per week) Standard Hours 37.50 Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement Union Description HPAE 5094 Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training.
• One (1) year of professional experience in student financial aid.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with networked mainframe and PC systems.

Preferred Qualifications Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
• No special vision requirements.
• Must be able to lift 10 to 15 pounds.

Special Conditions Posting Details Posting Number 25ST1343 Posting Open Date 06/16/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) Home Location Campus Newark (RBHS) City Newark State NJ Location Details Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have at least one (1) year of professional experience in student financial aid?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement .

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