SENIOR ASST DIR - FINANCIAL COUNSELOR

SENIOR ASST DIR - FINANCIAL COUNSELOR

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Job Title  | SR ASST DIR FINANCIAL AID
Position Number  | 8100459
Job Category  | University Staff
Job Type  | Full-Time
FLSA Status  | Exempt
Campus  | Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name  | STUDENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Location Code  | FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (02023A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?  | No
Duties and Responsibilities  |

Essential duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Provide excellent customer service to students and parents via phone, e-mail, walk-in, and other forms of engagement regarding all financial aid matters Conducts file review, preforms professional judgement, completes verification, and updates award packaging as required Monitors/maintains application statuses within the student information system Access federal and state systems (COD, NSLDS, GAP Access, FSA, etc.) to verify student aid eligibility Works closely with SSOM Student Affairs, Registration and Records, and the Office of the Bursar to ensure student aid eligibility is accurate and changes are recorded in a timely manner. Supports the Director with the administration of $5M in endowed, gift, and institutional aid funds to new and continuing students annually. Supports the Financial Aid Office by managing specific program area(s) such as R2T4, SAP, FWS, Scholarships, Consortium, Veterans, etc.. Provides personalized financial counseling programs to students and families on financial aid options, debt management, and loan repayment strategies. Conducts presentations and workshops supporting the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, Parkinson School of Public Health, and other academic units. Supports the University through presentations to various public audiences including FAFSA workshops, financial wellness programs, orientations, and other admission events. Collaborate with campus partners to provide a holistic approach to service Performs other duties as required to maintain efficient financial aid operations.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience  | Bachelor’s Degree in related field and three – five years of related experience, or a combination of education and work experience. A solid knowledge of Federal and State Regulations are essential.

Qualifications 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are a must Excellent customer service skills with a student-centered approach. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while remaining goal-oriented. Must be able to work with a diverse student population Ability to think critically with an eye for detail Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing institutional and regulatory needs. Must be able to work as part of a diverse team Support students and families from all backgrounds Strong working knowledge of federal and state regulations is essential. Ability to prioritize work and adapt in a fast pace environment PeopleSoft experience highly preferred.
This role is an opportunity to make a significant impact on students’ financial accessibility to medical and health sciences education at Loyola University Chicago.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses  | NA
Computer Skills  | Proficiency with Department of Education databases; COD, NSLDS, FAA Access, SAIG. PeopleSoft experience highly preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities  | No
Required operation of university owned vehicles  | No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?  | No
Physical Demands  | None
Working Conditions  | None
Open Date  |
Close Date  |
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate  | $65,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate  | $60,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants  | As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago 
Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting  | https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/31876

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