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Financial Aid Counselor

Financial Aid Counselor

Abilene Christian UniversityAbilene, TX, United States
Full-time
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ.All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University w...Show moreLast updated: 20 hours ago
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EDUCATION COORDINATOR - PERIOPERATIVE SERVICES

EDUCATION COORDINATOR - PERIOPERATIVE SERVICES

Texas Children's HospitalTX, United States
Full-time
We are searching for an Inpatient Education Coordinatorsomeone who works well in a fast-paced setting.In this position, you will provide education and administrative support for unit operations to ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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MATHEMATICS EDUCATION SPECIALIST - AI TRAINER

MATHEMATICS EDUCATION SPECIALIST - AI TRAINER

DataAnnotationTX, United States
$40.00 hourly
Full-time +1
We are looking for a math teacher to join our team to train AI models.You will measure the progress of these AI chatbots, evaluate their logic, and solve problems to improve the quality of each mod...Show moreLast updated: 7 hours ago
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SPECIAL AGENT : EDUCATION / TEACHING EXPERTISE

SPECIAL AGENT : EDUCATION / TEACHING EXPERTISE

Federal Bureau of InvestigationTX, United States
$99,461.00–$128,329.00 yearly
Full-time
Scroll down for a complete overview of what this job will require Are you the right candidate for this opportunity.The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze....Show moreLast updated: 7 hours ago
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Teacher - Early Childhood - Special Education

Teacher - Early Childhood - Special Education

Abilene ISDAbilene, TX, United States
Full-time
Early Childhood / Early Childhood.The role of the special education teacher is to provide special education students with learning activities and experiences designed to help them fulfill their poten...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
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Licensed Professional Counselor

Licensed Professional Counselor

HeadwayTX, United States
Full-time
Licensed Professional Counselor at Headway summary : The Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) position offers flexibility and support for mental health clinicians looking to establish or grow their ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor

Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor

Legacy FuneralAbilene, TX, United States
Full-time
The Pre-Arranged Funeral Counselor will be responsible for meeting personal monthly and annual sales targets by utilizing your account management, new business development and sales skills.All duti...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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PROJECT MANAGER, SALES EDUCATION - EUROPE REGION

PROJECT MANAGER, SALES EDUCATION - EUROPE REGION

MarykayTX, United States
Full-time
This role leads regional efforts to positively impact sales force retention and productivity by providing educational strategic direction, curriculum creation, research, and analysis.Manages the de...Show moreLast updated: 9 hours ago
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Enrollment Counselor

Enrollment Counselor

VirtualVocationsAbilene, Texas, United States
Full-time
A company is looking for an Enrollment Counselor to recruit qualified candidates into various educational programs and guide them through the enrollment process. Key ResponsibilitiesConduct intervie...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
Special Education

Special Education

GetSelected.comSouthern Chicago, TX, US
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Special Education At Cross Country Education, we are committed to creating opportunities where students and educators thrive. We are looking for passionate Special Education Teachers to join our tea...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Elementary School Counselor

Elementary School Counselor

New Braunfels Independent School DistrictTexas, US
Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive program of guidance to school assigned, including counseling services.Provide a proactive, developmental guidance program to encourage all students to ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Education Account Executive

Education Account Executive

MillerKnoll, Inc.Texas,US
Full-time
Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind.It’s the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do.Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work tea...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Deer Oaks Mental Health AssociatesTX, United States
Full-time +1
Join our dynamic team at Deer Oaks as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and be part of an integrated treatment team that makes a difference in the lives of older adults and physically disable...Show moreLast updated: 7 hours ago
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FINANCIAL COUNSELOR

FINANCIAL COUNSELOR

Fisher InvestmentsTX, United States
Full-time
Stop prospecting! Come join our firm as an Investment Counselor for a provided roster of high-net-worth clients.Since 1995, Fisher Investments has developed a specialized approach focused on our pr...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
Intake Counselor

Intake Counselor

University Behavioral Health of DentonTexasUS
Now hiring Full Time and PRN Intake Counselors!.University Behavioral Health of Denton is a private freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care.Serv...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Early Education Teacher

Early Education Teacher

Primrose Schools ®Midland at Westridge, TX, US
Full-time
As a Teacher at Primrose School of Midland at Westridge you will help young minds explore, discover and understand the world around them. We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Teacher to pl...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Mental Health Counselor II

Mental Health Counselor II

DePelchin Children's CenterFort Bend, TX
Full-time
Robust benefits package, Generous PTO, Matching retirement.DePelchin has an opening in the Fort Bend area for a recent grad who is interested in receiving a broad range of experience, working with ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR

Deer Oaks -The Behavioral Health SolutionTX, United States
Full-time +1
Join our dynamic team at Deer Oaks as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and be part of an integrated treatment team that makes a difference in the lives of older adults and physically disable...Show moreLast updated: 7 hours ago
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LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR (LPC)- OUTPATIENT

LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR (LPC)- OUTPATIENT

LifeStance HealthTX, United States
Full-time
At LifeStance Health, we believe in a truly healthy society where mental and physical healthcare are unified to make lives better. Our mission is to help people lead healthier, more fulfilling lives...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
Financial Aid Counselor

Financial Aid Counselor

Abilene Christian UniversityAbilene, TX, United States
20 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Financial Aid Counselor

Job no : 494023

Work Type : Staff full-time

Location : Abilene

Categories : Staff

About ACU

ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All applicants must be professing Christians and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of Abilene Christian University while employed by the university.

Title of Position Financial Aid Counselor

Posting Location Abilene, Texas

Department Wildcat Central | Student Services

Employee Class Exempt Full-time

Basic Responsibilities

  • Assist in the financial aid counseling operations ensuring initiatives outlined in the strategic plan are executed.
  • Assist in financial aid communication strategy with current (and potentially perspective) students and families.
  • Assist in maintaining and growing partnerships with offices currently served by Wildcat Central.
  • Assist in leading ACU in discussion and implementation of customer service innovations for students and families, maintaining ACU's status as a national leader in student services.
  • Assist in executing the financial counseling of ACU students, including financial communication efforts of the University in partnership with the Student Financial Services and Billing offices.
  • Serve on Financial Aid Appeals Committee
  • Assist in collaborating with the Academic Advising Center to maintain a successful relationship between teams.

Essential Duties

A. Assist in the financial aid counseling operations ensuring initiatives outlined in the strategic plan are executed.

  • Ensure that financial settlement e-mail communication is accurate, updated, and sent in a timely manner according to the financial settlement proactive communication calendar.
  • Aid in completion of call / email campaigns to students and parents before and after financial settlement
  • Help maintain a strong working partnership with Student Financial Services
  • Develop trust with both teams

  • Ensure dynamic and consistent communication with staff and customers in regard to financial aid
  • Work closely with the financial aid team to stay apprised of changes to university policies and procedures regarding the financial aid awarding processes
  • Stay up to date with changes in the financial aid environment through subscriptions to relevant associations (TASFA, NASFA, FSA)
  • Be proficient and knowledgeable in all areas of financial aid, including scholarships, loans, the FAFSA, federal and state aid, and other external sources where students might apply for more aid.
  • Provide communication to students about the status of their accounts, including FAFSA, loans, missing documentation, etc.
  • Support efforts to educate students and families about financial aid through events, such as Affordability Seminars, New Student Orientation, and other events as requested.
  • Serve as a Financial Counselor to a select population of students.
  • B. Assist in helping serve our students through Student Services and aiding in supporting our student staff .

  • Aid in preparing work schedules for all student employees, ensuring appropriate staffing is in place for both the Wildcat Central front desk and call center.
  • Assist in completing the hiring process for student staff and financial aid counselors needed.
  • Initiate appropriate remediation for underperforming employees, including the creation and implementation of performance improvement plans, and termination if necessary.
  • Participate in regular team meetings and training related to customer service and financial aid counseling.
  • Engage in regular professional development opportunities.
  • Develop and execute the process for Houston Bus Trip for both Fall / Spring including planning, booking, and communication with students.
  • Maintain responsibility for golf cart transportation for students with acute injuries.
  • Maintain responsibility for Wildcat Wheels offered to students, including communication and planning.
  • C. Maintain and grow partnerships with offices currently served by Wildcat Central.

  • Maintain campus-wide relationships to increase utilization of Wildcat Central by campus partners in regard to financial aid counseling.
  • Serve as an advocate for students and families with regard to policies, communications, and financial aid counseling.
  • Seek out opportunities to serve as the campus resource person for customer service issues.
  • D. Assist in leading ACU in discussion and implementation of customer service innovations for students and families, maintaining ACU's status as a national leader in student services.

  • Seek out and identify new ways to provide quality service to students and / or families
  • Identify and articulate customer service trends in both higher education and other industries.
  • Leverage existing ACU processes and systems to provide customer service synergies.
  • Develop operational strategies that :
  • Anticipate student needs

  • Communicate with parents as needed an allowed by FERPA
  • Are proactive (vs. reactive) in nature
  • Focus on preventative measures
  • Meet student or parent needs in escalated situation
  • Capture information / feedback that guides and informs strategy on customer service, student satisfaction, and serve as the informant for needed improvement on communication and / or customer service across campus (e.g., monitoring and reporting on number and type of incoming calls / walk-ins / emails, student satisfaction surveys, etc.)
  • E. Responsible for completing various Wildcat Central office duties, including but not limited to : administrative support in person and over the telephone, scheduling, coordinating special projects, participation in various staff meetings for areas served by the Student Services area and other duties as assigned.

  • Identify training needs and assist in development of training materials and work expectations.
  • Maintain an orderly and welcoming work environment.
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with the various departments served by Wildcat Central.
  • Engage in clear, welcoming, and helpful communication with families, including parents.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Professional Development Requirements

    Skills

  • Strategic management
  • Knowledge of procedural implementation
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Training Modules Required

  • Banner
  • TouchNet
  • CS Gold
  • CC Supervision
  • SSC Campus
  • Qualifications

    Professional

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Experience in customer service field
  • Ability to develop and interpret quantitative assessment instruments
  • Ability to create, execute, and see initiatives through to completion
  • Strategic planning experience preferred
  • Ability to handle multiple initiatives at once
  • Ability to organize & manage high call and email volumes
  • Personal

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong and proven leadership abilities
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
  • Tremendous interpersonal skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based organization
  • Self-motivated and driven
  • Detail-oriented
  • Exceptional organizational skill
  • Physical Demands

  • Frequent sitting
  • Ability to endure long periods of standing and walking
  • Ability to work irregular and / or extended hours as needed
  • Physical conditioning to maintain peak performance during long days
  • Able to handle stress well
  • Travel as needed (conferences, site visits, professional development events, etc.)
  • Additional Information

    ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law.

    ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.

    Advertised : January 28, 2025 Central Standard Time

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