[Oasfaa] Financial Aid Counselor I position at Oklahoma State University

[Fleming, Pam]

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OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY
OFFICE OF SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID

FINANCIAL AID COUNSELOR I

Job Summary:
*        Provide advice and assistance to students and parents regarding applying for financial assistance, including federal aid and institutional scholarships.
*        Through in-person contact, phone and email communication, provide information to students regarding their aid application at OSU and assist students and parents in developing a plan of action for completing the application process.
*        Provide guidance and information to students regarding maintaining and/or regaining eligibility for assistance.
*        Support OSU's recruitment and retention mission through the presentation of financial aid information, both on-campus and at high schools in area communities.  Topics covered include completing the FAFSA, loan debt/consolidation initiatives, satisfactory academic progress, and money management.

Qualifications:

 *   Bachelor's degree, preferably in the social sciences.
 *   Experience working with students in a collegiate setting.
 *   Strong interpersonal skills and excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
 *   Ability to identify issues, investigate possible reasons/solutions, evaluate possible outcomes, and develop the most efficient and effective plan of action for each individual situation.
 *   Sensitivity to the emotional nature of discussions related to finances, and the ability to balance requirements of federal, state, and institutional programs with concepts of customer service.
 *   Ability to clearly communicate in a presentation setting to groups and individuals.
 *   Ability to incorporate the need for confidentiality of information into every aspect of the job.
 *   Public speaking experience preferred.
 *   Experience working in an online computer environment or with personal computer applications highly desirable.
 *   Experience working with the financial aid process and a background in personal finance is helpful, but not required.

Salary:

 *   Commensurate with education and experience.
 *   Range $2440-2805 per month.

Application Procedure:
*        Qualified applicants please apply online at jobs.okstate.edu.  If assistance is needed, contact OSU Human Resources at (405) 744-7401.
*        Attach resume, cover letter, and list of references.
*        Position open until filled.

Oklahoma State University is an AA/EEO/E-Verify employer committed to diversity.
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