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Financial Aid Counselor - Pittsburgh, PA

Financial Aid Counselor - Pittsburgh, PA

Msccn • Pittsburgh, PA, United States
14 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Financial Aid Counselor

Analyzes applicant financial aid information, selects candidates, and determines awarded financial aid. Assists in financial aid policy preparation and in applications for government loan program federal funds. Conducts applicant interviews and administers assigned financial aid programs.

Essential Functions

  • Analyzes financial information submitted by applicants using established federal and University standards and guidelines to determine financial needs; selects candidates and determines the type and amount of financial aid to be awarded.
  • Assists in the preparation of student financial assistance policies for the University.
  • Corresponds and conducts interviews with applicants and their parents, counsels students and answers inquiries from various sources on financial aid policies and procedures.
  • Assists in making application for federal funds for government loan programs; administers rules and regulations set forth by the federal government concerning government funds.
  • Coordinates and administers assigned financial aid programs such as the state grant programs; maintains contact with external individuals to carry out program activities; develops and implements new initiatives within assigned program areas.
  • Prepares detailed reports and compiles information concerning undergraduate financial aid and assigned programs as requested by the federal government and University officials.

Physical Effort

Most work is sedentary, completed within an office setting. Some counseling/presenting is performed at other campuses and off-campus sites. Employee must be able to move about the campus to meetings and travel to locations outside of the University of Pittsburgh. Employee may be required to carry a box of material up to 50 lbs.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff

Job Family: Academic & Student Services

Job Sub-Family: Student Financial Services

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., some mornings, evenings and weekends may be required

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range: To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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