Grambling State University

Financial Aid Counselor

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DEPARTMENT:	Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships
QUALIFICATIONS:	A Bachelor's degree is required. The ability to provide counseling concerning federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs. Prior knowledge of student financial aid programs preferred. The desired candidate must possess strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. The ability to maintain accurate and organized records; use independent judgement and initiative. Must be available to work some evenings and weekends. The desired candidate must be knowledgeable of computer bases programs to analyze and evaluate information.
RESPONSIBILITIES:	The successful candidate will be expected to: Provide primary counseling to parents and students and award financial aid packages to eligible students based on federal and state regulations Respond to financial aid inquiries from students and parents Review various financial aid reports to make necessary award adjustments Assist with the self-audit of students' files to identify and correct any errors Stay abreast of federal and state regulations, Banner upgrades, and office procedures Other duties assigned by the Director or the Executive Director of Enrollment Management
SALARY:	Salary is competitive with excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION DETAILS:	Electronically submit (using MS Word) cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) letters of reference, and required applications to empapp@gram.edu. Official transcripts and Pre-employment Screening Forms (Criminal Background Check Forms) should be submitted under separate cover via regular mail to: Grambling State University Office of Human Resources GSU Box 4261 Grambling, LA 71245
DEADLINE:	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform applicants that we can employ only U. S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U. S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. Each finalist for a position is required to undergo a criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of the background check. GSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that provides facilities accessible to the disabled. Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the ADA should contact Grambling’s Office of Human Resources located in room #148 of Long Jones Hall or call (318) 274-2237. Posted 08/13/2009