Student Financial Services Counselor

Job Description
 
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: counseling students and parents concerning financial aid, bills, and payment; evaluating applications including performing needs analysis and determining eligibility for federal, state and University awards; processing student account information and assisting with outreach efforts both on campus and in the community (high school night presentations, etc.). This position requires evening and weekend coverage on a rotating basis. Other responsibilities as assigned. Candidates must be able to organize and handle all aspects of administration and adhere to the rules and regulations of Hofstra University, the Colonial Athletic Conference, and the NCAA.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required. Strong communication skills, verbal and written, as well as strong interpersonal and administration skills needed. Must possess a working knowledge of PC-based word processing and spreadsheets. Strong customer service skills a must. Familiarity with computerized financial aid systems, especially Banner, knowledge of college financial aid and/or college student account processes preferred. Valid driver’s license required.

For consideration, please send letter of application and resume to:

Janice Chopyk
Office of Financial Aid
202 Memorial Hall
126 Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 11549-1260
Email:

Janice.A.Chopyk@hofstra.edu

Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.

 
Company Information
Name :
 
Description :
Hofstra University is a dynamic private institution where students can choose from about 140 undergraduate and more than 150 graduate programs in liberal arts and sciences, business; engineering; communication; education, health and human services; and honors studies, as well as the Maurice A. Deane School of Law and the Hofstra-North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine. With a student-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, our professors teach small classes averaging 22 students that emphasize interaction, critical thinking and analysis. The Hofstra community is driven, dynamic and energetic, helping students find and focus their strengths to prepare them for a successful future.
 
Type :
Direct Employer
 
Address :
Room 200 West Library Wing
Hempstead, NY 11549
 
Application Information
Job Posting Entered On :
1/10/2014
 
Job Posting Expires On :
3/11/2014