Financial Aid Counselor at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

Financial Aid Counselor



University of South Carolina




Department: USC Union Palmetto College



Advertised Salary Range: $37,735



Part/Full Time: Full Time



About UofSC






Diversity Statement






Advertised Job Summary


Serve as a financial aid counselor for financial aid applicants while maintaining confidentiality and integrity, providing: assistance in the application process; guidance on educational choices related to college costs and financial aid; answering questions about eligibility requirements, special circumstances, and dependency issues; reviewing with students their individual award packages; advising students on the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy and appeals process; and providing any other assistance to applicants and students related to Student Financial Aid. Answer telephones and assist students walking in. Utilizing BANNER, EPRINTS and any other software and or programs required to complete daily work. Management of all forms of Financial Aid by processing reports and paperwork received in a timely and accurate manner, following written policies and procedures. To provide education of Financial Literacy to USC students, regarding budget planning, credit awareness, debt resolution options, responsible saving, and responsible borrowing. Process all VA students within the Federal/State Regulations. Coordinates Constitution Day for USCU. Assist with any programs such as Scholar/Donor Luncheon, Counselor Luncheon, etc., to include planning , decorating, executing and cleaning-up the event. Perform basic office functions such as typing, filing, and mailing. Assist the Director/Assistant Director in the supervision of work studies in the performance of these functions, instructing them on tasks to do and making sure they are making proper use of their time. Other duties as assigned.



Minimum Qualifications (Classified and Unclassified positions)






Preferred Qualifications


Experience in Financial Aid within the venue of higher education. Experience with Self-Service and/or Banner. Familiarity with the seven counties that USC Union serves.



Knowledge/Skills/Abilities


Position requires excellent computer skills. Must have great communication skills, must be able to interact and work well with administration, faculty, students, and general public. Must have the ability to analyze situations, academic programs, and problems. Must be organized, dependable, and trustworthy.



Job Close Date






Special Instructions to Applicant


Please attach a cover letter indicating your interest in this position, resume, unofficial transcript(s), and list of professional references including their names, phone numbers, and email addresses. The unofficial transcript(s) can be uploaded in Other Supporting documents. Professional references will be contacted directly for letters of recommendation.


Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.



To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165209





EEO Statement


The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.















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