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There is 1 position currently open at Catawba: Financial Aid Counselor, Assistant, or Associate Save this page and check back often for other opportunities!

Financial Aid Counselor, Assistant or Associate (title dependent on experience)

Type: Full-time

Description:
Bachelor's degree required. Prefer three to five years financial aid experience (title will be reflective of experience). This position will assist in the daily administration of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs both for the School of Evening and Graduate School and the traditional day program. VA/Military experience helpful, experience with all aspects of student loan processing, as well as awarding aid to summer and January term session attendees helpful.

Duties include:

• Perform financial aid packaging for adult studies program and traditional undergraduate students
• Counsel students and parents regarding financial aid programs
• Perform financial aid presentations at admission events and at financial aid nights
• Determine most appropriate financial aid package for students according to federal, state, and institutional regulations
• Collaborate with the Office of Admission in recruiting prospective students
• Assist with the student verification process
• Loan processing of Federal Direct Loan program, as well as reconciliation
• Knowledge of state-based programs (preferably NC) and reporting of programs
• Participate in various on-campus and off-campus activities such as FAFSA Day, Open House, Opening Day, Information Sessions, High School Financial Aid Nights and college workshops
• Financial Aid point person for Veteran Affairs
• Maintain knowledge and compliance with the rules of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the South Atlantic Conference
• When director is out, responsible for supervision and management of staff and office procedures
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:
Prefer Financial Aid and SCT Banner experience. Position requires ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Must possess strong written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail and flexibility are helpful, as well as presentation skills, excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to work with diverse constituencies, both on and off campus. Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite - Word, Excel and Access) required.

How to Apply:
To apply, send the Application for Employment and your resume to:

Larry Farmer
Human Resources
Catawba College
2300 W Innes St
Salisbury, NC  28144

E-mail: lfarmer@catawba.edu
Fax: (704) 637-4289

Catawba College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.