Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs in Frankfort, KY

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 Counselor
  • Kentucky State University
  • Frankfort, KY FULL_TIME
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    TITLE: Financial Aid Counselor

    DEPARTMENT: Financial Aid

    REPORTS TO: Director of Financial Aid

    CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 Months

    EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

    STANDARD WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per week

    EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time 

    EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt


    PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

    The Financial Aid Counselor's duties include counseling and advising students and parents on the various financial aid programs, assisting with the administration of one or more federal, state, or institutional financial aid programs, evaluating Financial Aid applications in order to determine student eligibility for various financial aid programs, and collecting data and keeping accurate records.


    SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:

    The Financial Aid counselor works to ensure compliance with Title IV regulations in the administering of federal and state aid.


    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

        Ensures optimal use of financial aid funds by awarding funds from various university-controlled programs to students in accordance with established federal, state, and University guidelines.

        Promotes a positive image of the Financial Aid Office via group presentations explaining various financial aid programs and associated application processes.

        Ensures student and parent awareness of the various financial aid sources during counseling sessions by providing timely information in a clear, concise, and user-friendly language.

        Assists students in the application process for financial aid by helping students and families complete appropriate and required forms; advising them of their rights and responsibilities concerning          financial aid and providing timely information about financial aid status.

        Determines student eligibility for federal, state, and institutional aid.

        Adheres to NCAA and the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SAIC) rules and reporting requirements.

        Assists with the seamless operation of the office.

        Provides workshops on financial aid processes, eligibility, financial planning and loan counseling.

        Contributes to the broad-based management of the Financial Aid Office by providing input and adherence to office policy and procedure decisions.

        Assists in the preparation of required statistical reports by collecting date and keeping accurate records on programs administered by the Financial Aid office.

        Maintains cultural competencies and ongoing professional development via membership to local, state, and national financial aid organizations.


    OTHER DUTIES: Performs other job-related duties as required.


    QUALIFICATIONS:

        Bachelor's Degree in higher education or related field.

        One to three years of experience in financial aid and/or enrollment management or related field.

        Experience in proven financial aid practices. 


    The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

        Experience with Banner and other financial aid platforms.


    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

        Excellent oral and written communication and public speaking skills

        Knowledge of Title IV regulations

        Ability to work autonomously, take initiative, use sound judgement, and make ethical decisions

        Ability to work collaboratively with others 

        Demonstrated competency in equity, diversity and inclusion.

        Technologically savvy and experience utilizing electronic applications.


    SUPERVISOR RESPONSBILITES: This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.


    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

        Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.

        No or very limited physical effort required.

        No or very limited exposure to physical risk.


    Internal Candidates are Encouraged to Apply


    Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa



    KENTUCKY STATE UNVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    The functions, qualifications, knowledge/ski/ls, and physical requirements listed in this Job description represent the essential duties of the Job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.


  • 15 Days Ago

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Banner Financial Aid Processor
  • Kentucky State University
  • Frankfort, KY FULL_TIME
  • TITLE: Banner Financial Aid ProcessorDEPARTMENT: Financial AidREPORTS TO: Director of Financial AidEFFECTIVE DATE: TBDSTANDARD WORK HOURS: 37.5 hours per weekEMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time EMPLOYMENT CL...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Counselor
  • Spero Health, INC.
  • Frankfort, KY FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionSpero Health is seeking a Counselor to join our awesome team in Frankfort, KY!This position is for a licensed counselor or social worker who supports the mission of “Saving Lives, Instillin...
  • 1 Month Ago

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ED Tech/Unit Coordinator, ED, 7a-7p
  • UofLHealth
  • Shelbyville, KY FULL_TIME
  • OverviewWe are hiring at UofL Health – Shelbyville Hospital727 Hospital Drive Shelbyville, KY 40065Shift: Full Time, 7a-7pAbout us:For more than a century, UofL Health – Shelbyville Hospital has serve...
  • 16 Days Ago

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ED Tech/Unit Coordinator, ED, 7p-7a
  • UofLHealth
  • Shelbyville, KY FULL_TIME
  • OverviewWe are hiring at UofL Health – Shelbyville Hospital727 Hospital Drive Shelbyville, KY 40065Shift: Full time, 7p-7aAbout us:For more than a century, UofL Health – Shelbyville Hospital has serve...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Cabinet Ed & Training Coordinator
  • kypersonnelcabinet
  • Frankfort, KY FULL_TIME
  • Cabinet Ed & Training Coordinator5713931038899
  • 10 Days Ago

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Remote Regulatory Compliance Analyst (Insurance Industry)
  • National General Insurance
  • Frankfort, KY
  • Job Description Position/Title: Remote Regulatory Compliance Analyst (Insurance Industry) ** NOTES: Ideal candidate will...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Reporting Specialist
  • Fleetcor
  • Lexington, KY
  • What We Need FLEETCOR is currently looking to hire a Reporting Specialist within our Lodging division. This position fal...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Representative
  • The Western and Southern Life Insurance Company
  • Lexington, KY
  • 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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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) 12 MONTH ROSTER (AMENDED)
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lexington, KY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS & INTERNATIONAL (LB&I) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) 12 MONTH ROSTER 'AMENDED'
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lexington, KY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF EMPLOYED (SBSE) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ht...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - (Temp NTE 1 Year, MBE, MBMP) 12 MONTH ROSTER (AMENDED)
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Lexington, KY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF EMPLOYED (SB/SE)DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ht...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Services Professional
  • Bankers Life
  • Lexington, KY
  • Bankers Life®, one of the most respected brands in the Financial Services industry, is seeking ambitious individuals to ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Financial Representative
  • Modern Woodmen of America
  • Lexington, KY
  • The ideal candidate will deliver personalized investment solutions to help clients work toward their long-term financial...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Frankfort is the capital city of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the seat of Franklin County. It is a home rule-class city in Kentucky; the population was 25,527 at the 2010 census. Located along the Kentucky River, Frankfort is the principal city of the Frankfort, Kentucky Micropolitan Statistical Area, which includes all of Franklin and Anderson counties. Frankfort is located in the (inner) Bluegrass region of Central Kentucky. The city is bisected by the Kentucky River, which makes an s-turn as it passes through the center of town. The river valley widens at this point, which creates fou...
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Income Estimation for Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs
$38,765 to $50,152
Frankfort, Kentucky area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago