Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs in Akron, OH

Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. administers the financial aid program and provides application counseling. Decides to award scholarships, grants, and other monetary rewards. Being a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. audits and reconciles financial aid accounts. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically reports to a supervisor. The Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Financial Aid Coordinator
  • The College of Wooster
  • Wooster, OH FULL_TIME
  • Category:
    Staff

    Department:
    Financial Aid

    Locations:
    Wooster, OH

    Posted:
    Sep 19, 2023

    Closes:
    Oct 31, 2023 - 11:59 PM EDT

    Type:
    Full-time Non-Exempt

    Position ID:
    167676


    About The College of Wooster:

    Wooster offers an excellent, comprehensive liberal arts education, culminating in a rigorous senior project, in which each student works one-on-one with a faculty mentor to conceive, organize and complete a significant research project on a topic of the student's own choosing. Through this distinctive program, every Wooster student develops abilities valued by employers and graduate schools alike: independent judgment, analytical ability, creativity, project-management and time-management skills, and strong written and oral communication skills. Founded in 1866, the college enrolls approximately 2,000 students.

    The College offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes: Health, Dental, Retirement, and Tuition Remission.



    Job Description:

    The College of Wooster is seeking a Financial Aid Coordinator. This position in an integral member of the Office of Financial Aid, serving as the frontline contact for both current and prospective students and families. This individual provides administrative and clerical support of daily operations to ensure accuracy and compliance.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Main reception for the Office of Financial Aid
    • Answer and direct all phone inquiries, coordinate appointments for financial aid team, maintain office calendar, respond and track email, organize and track all documents received.
    • Direct the flow of documents and processing at different stages of the financial aid cycle.
    • Advise students and family members of general financial aid procedures.
    • Review student financial aid applications to support processing of financial aid offers.
    • Coordinate all direct mail projects.
    • Prepare documents for annual state and institutional audits.
    • Coordinate proactive outreach to support students' financial aid processes.
    • Support development and implementation of financial literacy programs.
    • Assist with daily management of student employees.
    • Manage office supplies and inventory.


    Requirements:

    Education and/or Experience:

    Bachelor's degree preferred; at least two years related administrative experience and/or training; experience and knowledge using Microsoft Office products.

    Skills and Abilities:

    • Excellent written and verbal communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills while interacting with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, external customers, and vendors.
    • Interest and ability to work with technology and software applications; must be able to operate all office technology and equipment with ease.
    • Be detail-oriented, demonstrate strong organizational skills, and execute projects and tasks on time.
    • Interest and ability to use mathematics and statistics to solve problems.
    • Must be able to identify complex problems and review related information to develop, evaluate options, and recommend solutions for implementation.
    • Remain confidential with financial information.
    • Demonstrate cultural competency and value continued education related to equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts.


    Additional Information:

    The College of Wooster does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, political affiliation, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, disability, age, marital status, family responsibilities, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by institutional policy, or by state, local, or federal law. All offers of employment are subject to verification of the legal right to work in the United States as required by federal law. The College of Wooster is committed by policy and practice to diversity, equity and inclusion. For more information see our nondiscrimination policy.



    Application Instructions:

    For highest consideration please submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of 3 professional references which includes name, telephone number and email address.

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Patient Financial Counselor
  • Summa Health
  • Barberton, OH FULL_TIME
  • FULL-TIME DAYS, CENTRAL REGISTRATION Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gr...
  • 16 Days Ago

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  • Rite Aid of Ohio Inc.
  • Medina, OH FULL_TIME
  • Service Associate Contribute to our mission to improve Health and Wellness in your community. Become a Rite Aid Service Associate, today! As a Service Associate, you are responsible for the day-to-day...
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Dietary Aid
  • Momentous Healthcare
  • Richfield, OH FULL_TIME
  • Now Under New Ownership! Are you a caring person who wants to make a difference in someone’s life?If so then Momentous Health at Richfield is the place to work! As a Dietary Aid with Momentous Health,...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Hospitality Aid
  • Momentous Healthcare
  • Richfield, OH FULL_TIME
  • Now Under New Ownership! Are you a caring person who wants to make a difference in someone’s life?If so then Momentous Health at Richfield is the place to work! As a Hospitality Aid with Momentous Hea...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Dietary Aid
  • Momentous Health at Richfield
  • Richfield, OH FULL_TIME
  • Now Under New Ownership! Are you a caring person who wants to make a difference in someone’s life? If so then Momentous Health at Richfield is the place to work! As a Dietary Aid with Momentous Health...
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Medical Health Advocate *Hybrid LSW/LPC*
  • Equitas Health
  • Akron, OH
  • Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Medical Case Manager is responsible for providing comprehensive case management servic...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Advisor
  • Prudential Financial
  • Akron, OH
  • Prudential Advisors is looking for an experienced financial professional in the Akron area that is interested in working...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Global Treasury Manager
  • Tidewater Staffing Solutions
  • Akron, OH
  • We are assisting an Akron headquartered client with the search for a Treasury Manager/Director. This is a great opportun...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Representative
  • The Western and Southern Life Insurance Company
  • Akron, OH
  • Explore Your Future at Western & Southern Life Do you have a desire to be part of a team of talented people who are driv...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Chief Growth Officer
  • Christian Healthcare Ministries
  • Akron, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Position Title: Chief Growth Officer Department: Executive Administration Reports Direct...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Vice President of Finance - BW Rigid Systems
  • Careerbuilder
  • Stow, OH
  • About Us: Barry-Wehmiller is a diversified global supplier of engineering consulting and manufacturing technology for th...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Advisor
  • Bankers Life
  • Hudson, OH
  • The ideal candidate will deliver personalized investment solutions to help clients work toward their long-term financial...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Advisor
  • Prudential Financial
  • Akron, OH
  • Take your career to the next level at Prudential Advisors! Change your life by helping others change theirs! We have an ...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Akron (/ˈækrən/) is the fifth-largest city in the U.S. state of Ohio and is the county seat of Summit County. It is located on the western edge of the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau, about 30 miles (48 km) south of Cleveland. As of the 2017 Census estimate, the city proper had a total population of 197,846, making it the 119th-largest city in the United States. The Greater Akron area, covering Summit and Portage counties, had an estimated population of 703,505. The city was founded in 1825 by Simon Perkins and Paul Williams, along the Little Cuyahoga River at the summit of the developing Ohio and...
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Income Estimation for Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs
$40,711 to $52,670
Akron, Ohio area prices
were up 1.6% from a year ago