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Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Director of Financial Aid, the Senior Financial Aid Counselor will assist with the general management of the College's financial aid programs. These programs provide over 14 million dollars annually to approximately 4,000 students. This position is responsible for providing financial aid services to students as well as helping to ensure that financial aid funds are awarded in accordance with financial aid regulations and institutional policies. DUTIES: - Assist with the general management of the College's financial aid programs.
- Assist in developing/updating financial aid office policies and procedures.
- Interview/counsel students (and parents) applying for financial aid.
- Conduct on-campus and off-campus workshops and presentations.
- Take responsibility for reviewing, verifying and awarding a caseload of financial aid applicants.
- Determine type/amounts of financial aid to offer based on formulas and individual situations and award aid packages to eligible students.
- Coordinate certain state financial aid grant programs including: MASSGrant, John and Abigail Adams Scholarship, GEAR-UP Program, Foster Child Grant, Adopted/Foster Child Tuition and Fee Waivers, Paraprofessional Teacher Preparation Grant, Educational Rewards Grant, Early Childhood Educators Scholarship.
- Monitor outside resources checking for negative unmet need and re-calculate aid packages, when necessary.
- Design, update and distribute financial aid informational brochures, newsletters and other consumer information.
- Assist classified staff by helping them resolve problems and by providing periodic training on financial issues.
- Attend meetings and serve on committees.
Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Education, Business Administration, Accounting, Human Services or closely related field with two years experience and/or training involving financial aid operations; Strong commitment to a student-centered approach; Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office Suite software including Word, Excel, Power Point and Access. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bilingual (English/Spanish); Experience working with SCT/Banner software; Community College work experience. COMPENSATION: Salary Range: $45,940 - $56,000, plus a comprehensive State benefits package. STARTING DATE: December, 2009 EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information:
Holyoke Community College is committed to excellence and opportunity through diversity in education and employment. Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, maternity leave, and national origin, in its education programs or employment.
Application Instructions:
Applicants interested in applying MUST submit the following documents via online: Resume/CV Letter of Interest (Cover Letter) - When preparing your cover letter, please refer to the minimum and preferred qualifications as pertaining to this position and, if applicable, include an equivalency statement. List of references with names, addresses, & telephone numbers of three professional references
DEADLINE: Screening will begin with applications received by November 10, 2009. Additional applications may be considered until position is filled. Returning applicants - Login to your Holyoke Employment Account to check completed application.
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