Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs in Buffalo, NY

Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. administers the financial aid program and provides application counseling. Decides to award scholarships, grants, and other monetary rewards. Being a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. audits and reconciles financial aid accounts. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically reports to a supervisor. The Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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FINANCIAL AID COUNSELOR
  • Houghton College
  • Houghton, NY FULL_TIME
  • 40 hours, 12 Months
    Hiring pay range $15.50-17.50/hour


    Reports to: Director of Student Financial Services

    OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY:

    Houghton University provides an academically challenging, Christ-centered education in the liberal arts and
    sciences to students from diverse traditions and economic backgrounds and equips them to lead and labor as
    scholar-servants in a changing world. The Student Financial Aid Services office, which includes Financial Aid
    and Student Accounts, works together to make it possible for students “from diverse traditions and
    economic backgrounds” to make Houghton University a reality by providing them with the aid and tools to
    cover the cost. The Senior Financial Aid Counselor supports:

    • the enrollment and retention goals of the college with timely and accurate financial aid packages.
    • student accounts and advancement with the disbursing of aid and endowments.


    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    • Support students and parents by answering questions in emails, phone calls, and visits
    • Prepare financial aid packages for incoming and returning students for all campuses
    • Disburse aid to students’ accounts
    • Maintain financial aid software – (PowerFAIDS) with tech services
    • Assist by using PF to answer questions for reporting purposes
    • Administer various grants and scholarships:
    o NY State TAP awards
    o Employee Tuition Assistance Grant (ETAG)
    o Greatbatch for Music Grads
    o Outside and Church Match Scholarships
    o Houghton University endowed funds

    SUCCESS PROFILE:

    The successful candidate will exhibit the following:

    • Pace and Variety of Activities – The Senior Financial Aid Counselor must be self-motivated and able
    to multitask.
    • Communication and collaboration – Clear, concise, inviting communication is important with
    students and families. Teamwork and collaboration with fellow office staff is needed to keep work on
    target and reach goals.
    • Style and approach – Committed to results. Detail-oriented. Organized.
    MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
    • Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
    • Strong aptitude for personal computer systems, word processing, databases, and excel skills
    • Aptitude for working accurately with quantitative data
    • Active Christian faith


    Houghton University is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body.

    Successful candidates will evidence similar commitments.

    Houghton University is a Christ-centered, liberal arts and sciences institution of The Wesleyan Church, an
    evangelical holiness denomination rooted in the teachings of John Wesley. All employees are expected to share a
    set of values, convictions, and commitments that guide our life together. The University expects that all faculty and
    staff will respect the University’s Vision of our Common Life, Doctrinal Statement, Wesleyan beliefs and core
    values, and adhere to its lifestyle expectations.

    Application Procedure:

    To apply please submit the following materials via email to: jobs@houghton.edu.
    (1) Cover Letter
    (2) Resume
    (3) 3 References
    (4) Answers to the following questions:

    Please review the following documents:

    https://www.houghton.edu/a-vision-of-our-common-life/
    https://www.houghton.edu/doctrinal-statement/
    https://www.wesleyan.org/about/our-beliefs


    1. Please provide a brief description of your journey to personal faith in Jesus Christ and subsequent growth.
    2. Please identify the church where you currently attend. In what ways are you currently participating in your

    local church or fellowship?

    3. Are there any areas of Houghton’s beliefs or practices that you find challenging or problematic? If yes, please
    explain.

  • 16 Days Ago

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Financial Aid - Counselor
  • D'Youville University
  • Buffalo, NY FULL_TIME
  • Financial Aid Counselor General Statement of DutiesThe financial aid counselor provides information and direction to prospective and current students, parents, and alumni on resources of financial aid...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Financial Aid Document Advisor
  • BSC Ampersand
  • Orchard, NY FULL_TIME
  • Unlock your full potential in the innovative and inclusive environment at Bryant & Stratton College. We are a career-focused, private, nonprofit college built differently to serve the needs of student...
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Financial Aid Advisor
  • BSC Ampersand
  • Orchard, NY FULL_TIME
  • Are you ready to find a career that will help you change lives? If you’re looking for a stable organization that embraces a student-centered approach with integrity and continuous improvement, then Br...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Financial Aid Assistant
  • University at Buffalo
  • Buffalo, NY FULL_TIME
  • The University at Buffalo (UB) department of Financial Aid seeks to hire multiple Financial Aid Assistants. In this position you will be part of the Financial Aid team and support the administration o...
  • 11 Days Ago

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C230190 - Office Assistant 3 (Calculations) - Financial Aid
  • University at Buffalo
  • Buffalo, NY FULL_TIME
  • Minimum Qualifications: Transfer Eligibility Requirement: You must have a current permanent appointment with a minimum of 1 year of service in a position of the same title or transferable title. Reass...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Financial Professional / Financial Advisor
  • MassMutual New York State
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Job Description Job Description As a Financial Professional with MassMutual New York State you will guide individuals, f...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Finance
  • Northpointe Council
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Job Description Job Description The Director of Finance will oversee the administrative and fiscal functioning of Northp...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner-Joint Committee Specialist) 12 MONTH ROSTER 'AMENDED'
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS & INTERNATIONAL (LB&I)DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: h...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Reviewer - Examiner) 12 MONTH ROSTER - AMENDED
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE WHISTLEBLOWER OFFICE (WBO) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: https://www...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) - 12 MONTH ROSTER
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF-EMPLOYED (SB/SE) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: h...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Non-Profit Finance Director
  • Homespace Corporation
  • Buffalo, New York, NY
  • Basic Function: The Director of Finance (DF) works in conjunction with the Executive Director (ED) to meet the agency’s ...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Investment Advisor
  • Sandhill Investment Management
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Sandhill Investment Management is seeking a dynamic and experienced Investment Advisor to join our growing team based in...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Internal Revenue Agent (Examiner) 12 MONTH ROSTER AMENDED
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Buffalo, NY
  • Duties WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL (LB&I)DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at:...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. jobs
$41,399 to $53,559
Buffalo, New York area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago