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Form of workWheeling University, a Catholic university, seeks qualified applicants for an Assistant DirectorFinancial Aidthat is available immediately. Successful candidates must be committed to the academic success of the students and be able to support and promote the University's Mission. A bachelor's degree is required.
Works as part of a team to provide direct support to prospective and current undergraduate and graduate students as well as their families/guardians. Evaluates Financial Aid applicants to determine Financial Aid eligibility; counsels students concerning their Financial Aid programs and processes such as federal direct loans, federal Pell grant, federal Perkins, FSEOG, work-study, state grants, and institutional aid programs; responsible for ensuring all state, federal and institutional policies governing Financial Aid are being followed.
Responsible for counseling prospective and current undergraduate and graduate students and their families regarding Financial Aid. This includes completing the FAFSA forms, entrance and exit interviews of student borrowers for Federal Direct Student Loans, Master Promissory Note (MPN) and Federal Verification review for selected students; analyzing and processing Financial Aid applications including file review, needs analysis, Financial Aid packaging and federal verification; awards students with an appropriate financialpackage.
Provides administrative and technical support to all members of the Financial Aid Office. Will assist with day-to-day operations in the Financial Aid Office including training of new Financial Aid Counselors. Assists with special events such as Open House, Accepted Student Days, and Orientation. Other duties as assigned.
QualificationsBachelor's Degree
Two - Three yearsof related experience
Collect, identify, date, and store documentation for the department and compliance area as mandated by the Compliance Program. Ensures certification and qualifications are maintained per job description.
