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Financial Aid Counselor (S03586)
Financial Aid Counselor (S03586)Montgomery College • Rockville, MD, US
Financial Aid Counselor (S03586)

Financial Aid Counselor (S03586)

Montgomery College • Rockville, MD, US
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Financial Aid Counselor

Montgomery College, Central Services in Rockville, MD has an immediate need for a full-time Financial Aid Counselor in the Financial Aid Department. The incumbent will lead the Federal Work Study Program as well as award Title IV Aid.

The work schedule is 40 hours a week, Monday Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. 5 : 00 p.m., with occasional evening hours as needed. This is a non-bargaining, non-exempt, grade 27 position. For non-exempt positions, you are not eligible to work a secondary job at Montgomery College. This position is eligible for up to one (1) telework day a week. This eligibility is subject to change based on the needs of the unit.

The Financial Aid Counselor works under broad supervisory direction with some latitude for independent action. The position counsels prospective and current students and their family representatives regarding participation in federal, state and institutional financial aid programs including eligibility, regulations, policies and procedures through in-person, phone and email and zoom conversations. This position evaluates applications and awards financial aid to students, as well as provides leadership for a specific financial aid process and program(s). Work consists of planning, developing and performing activities pertaining to administrative and technical tasks related to financial aid programs.

Duties include but are not limited to :

  • Counsel and advise students and family representatives regarding financial aid regulations, application policies and procedures, methods used to determine eligibility, specific program requirements and limits, disbursement and appeal procedures, requirements for continued eligibility, and related financial matters.
  • Maintain comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, including Title IV, to interpret rules and regulations as needed.
  • Evaluate financial aid applications and determine financial aid eligibility.
  • Award financial aid to eligible students using independent judgment and discretion to make determinations.
  • Review appeals for exceptions and make determinations in accordance with state, federal and institutional policies governing financial aid.
  • Develop processes and procedures and update others when appropriate.
  • Adjust student budgets and awards accordingly.
  • Maintain statistical data; review and assign reports as needed.
  • May manage a file review caseload and / or coordinate, administer or lead a federal, state, institutional or operational program or task.
  • May facilitate and / or participate in program specific or financial aid outreach activities.
  • May be responsible for a specific college-wide program.

Required Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Five years of experience in a financial aid office.
  • Customer service experience.
  • The equivalent combination of education, training, certification and / or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience managing a student employment program
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, able to create, and maintain reports and pivot tables
  • Familiarity with current financial aid regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Hiring Range : $31.69 - $41.19 per hour. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $50.69.

    Application Process :

  • Position is open until filled
  • For consideration, you must attach a resume that provides the month and year(s) worked at each employer and detailed experience to reflect the duties and responsibilities performed at each employer.
  • If any position listed on your resume was a part-time position, please indicate so on the resume.
  • Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
  • Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.
  • Our benefits package includes : generous paid vacation, sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.

    If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or HRSTM@montgomerycollege.edu. We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

    Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

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