Financial Aid Counselor

Financial Aid Counselor

Louisiana Tech University is seeking a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and forward-thinking individual to serve as a Financial Aid Counselor in the Office of Financial Aid. This individual will be responsible for reviewing files selected for verification prior to students receiving federal financial aid. The counselor also corrects over-awards. The counselor may process requests for revisions on an as-needed basis. This individual will counsel students and their families regarding financial aid regulations and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This individual must display excellent customer service skills and have a strong commitment to quality service and professionalism. This position also requires the ability to multi-task in an office environment with frequent interruptions and distractions while maintaining effective results. Efficient time management skills, independent work ethic, and collaboration are also all necessary skills for this position. Each counselor is a valuable asset to our office.

Louisiana Tech University provides over $100 million annually to its students through a combination of federal, state, institutional, and private sources. The Office of Financial Aid operates under the Division of Student Advancement and works as a part of the University team to accomplish the mission and provide timely, accurate aid to applicants.

Required Qualifications :

This position requires a minimum of an earned bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Hands-on experience with PC based information systems, proficiency with Microsoft Office products, solid written and verbal communication skills, decision-making skills, integrity, and confidentiality. Must be able to drive an automobile and carry materials to make presentations at remote sites.

Preferred Qualifications :

PowerFAIDS software knowledge, Student Information System user experience, successful experience in a financial aid office.

Basis of Employment and Salary :

Employment is on a 12-month basis. Employees serve at the pleasure of the President of the University. Relocation costs are not paid by the University. This is an on-site position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Application Process :

Applicants may submit materials via the Workday portal. Application packets must contain 1) a cover letter outlining relevant experience in relation to its applicability to this position, 2) a current resum which includes a chronology of employment, 3) the names, telephone numbers, addresses, and e-mail addresses of at least three professional references, one of whom was a supervisor within the last five years, AND 4) an unofficial copy of your academic transcript from the school from which you received your highest degree. Incomplete applications will not receive consideration. Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made.

Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.