Financial Aid Counselor

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Financial Aid Counselor. The Student Financial Aid Counselor serves recipients of federal, state, institutional, and private funds. Very limited evening/weekend work is required.

• Counsel students and parents on loans and other financial aid programs; discusses eligibility, application status and awards with students; prepares financial aid packets. Provides excellent customer service.
• Assist student in person, by phone or by email.
• Award loan funds and other aid.
• Assist students with completion of the FAFSA and GSFAPPS.
• Assist with the verification process and C-Codes.
• Assist with Default prevention plan.
• Participates in Student Orientations and Open houses.
• Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of routine office equipment and procedures; knowledge of various software programs; knowledge of financial aid application procedures and forms. 
• Requires effective communication skills; accurate typing/data entry skills. 
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population; ability to utilize BANNER or a similar relational database.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two years of experience as financial aid, bank, or retail associate.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three professional references. 

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

• This role is considered a position of trust.

Please note, the University of North Georgia career board updates daily and job postings are subject to be removed when closed or filled.

• Position of Trust + Education