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Tuskegee University

$36K - $47K/yr

Process loans for the Direct Loan Program. Counsel students and parents regarding the financial aid ... role managing other financial aid counselors. The Senior Counselor will be responsible for ...

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Understand and maintain current knowledge of all financial aid programs. Also, act as a resource person for support staff. * Work with individual student files to perform verification and ...

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Senior Financial Aid Counselor

On-site

Tuskegee University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees
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$36K - $47K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Review student financial aid files to ensure compliance with established guidelines.

  • Counsel students and parents regarding financial aid programs and communicate award statuses.

  • Supervise and provide guidance to junior financial aid counselors, ensuring adherence to federal regulations.

Job description

Position Details
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Position Information
Position Title
Senior Financial Aid Counselor
Status
Full Time
Job Summary
Calculate student budgets, review need analysis, and determine student eligibility for federal and state aid. Process loans for the Direct Loan Program. Counsel students and parents regarding the financial aid programs. Package awards for eligible students and determine satisfactory progress for all applicants for aid. Prepare reports as needed. Communicate to students, both verbally and electronically, the status of their aid award. Talk with interested groups about the university's financial aid program. Communicate with ineligible students who do not meet the university's satisfactory academic progress policy. Review verification status of students certified by our verification agent. Provide financial aid counseling for students in a particular alphabet. Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
Essential Job Duties
The applicant must have at least 5 years of experience in a supervisory role managing other financial aid counselors. The Senior Counselor will be responsible for supervising at least three junior-level counselors. Therefore, it is essential that the successful candidate be able to provide advice and guidance to the counselors on federal regulations. The successful candidate must be able to review the financial aid files of selected students to ensure that the counselors are following established guidelines.
Qualifications (Education, Experience and Specialized Training)
Experience of at least two years of related work experience in a college or university in the financial aid process. At least two years of college credit. A college degree in business or related area. Provide excellent customer service in a courteous manner. Ability to implement financial aid activities in conformity with federal and state regulations within university policies and procedures. ABILITY TO INTERACT EFFECTIVELY WITH UNIVERSITY STAFF, STUDENTS AND PARENTS. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Knowledge of computer applications, especially the Colleague data system. Must be a team player.
Physical Demands
Frequently required to sit, talk and listen to students. Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
Skills and Attributes
Essential knowledge of computer system keyboards and the ability to work effectively in stressful environments during peak periods.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
Will this position required travel?
Yes
Will this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?
Yes
Will this positon be supported using grants or contract funding?
No
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
08/27/2026
Close Date
11/30/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions Summary
Each applicant, including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:
  • Tuskegee University employment application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Recommendation letters
  • Copies of unofficial transcripts.
  • Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire

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