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Montgomery College · 20 hours ago

Financial Aid Counselor (S03586)

Rockville, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$31.69/hr - $50.69/hr

5+ years exp

Montgomery College is seeking a full-time Financial Aid Counselor to support their Financial Aid Department. The role involves counseling students and their families on financial aid programs, evaluating applications, and awarding financial aid while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

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

Qualification

Financial Aid RegulationsCustomer ServiceFinancial Aid ExperienceMicrosoft ExcelStudent Employment Program ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

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

Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship