Inside Higher Ed · 1 week ago
Student Financial Services Counselor
Hempstead, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$59K/yr - $59K/yr
1+ years expHofstra University is a nationally ranked institution located in Hempstead, N.Y., dedicated to supporting students' education and well-being. The Student Financial Services Counselor provides personalized financial services assistance to students and families, ensuring adherence to university regulations and handling various administrative tasks.
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Responsibilities
Counsels students and parents concerning financial aid, bills, and payment
Evaluates applications including performing needs analysis and determining eligibility for federal, state, and University awards
Processes student account information and assists with outreach efforts both on campus and in the community, including high school night presentations
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum 1 to 2 years relevant experience
Valid driver's license
Strong interpersonal, administrative, oral, and written communication skills
Working knowledge of PC based word processing and spreadsheets
Strong customer service skills
Preferred
Familiarity with computerized financial aid systems, especially Ellucian Banner preferred
Knowledge of college financial aid and/or college student account processes
Company
Inside Higher Ed
Inside Higher Ed is the online source for news, opinion, and jobs related to higher education.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2022-01-10Acquired
2006-08-31Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Stephanie Shweiki
Director, Foundation Partnerships
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