Position Details POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Job Title Financial Aid Counselor
Department Student Services
Location Sheridan
Posting Category Staff
Desired Start Date Hourly Rate (if applicable) Hiring Range $17.05 - $21.32
Full Salary Range $17.05 - $25.58
Benefits Summary Employer paid retirement plan (17.37% employer paid; 1.25% employee paid) Group Health, Dental and Life Insurance, including Flex Benefits 20 days paid annual leave Four days per year paid personal leave 16 paid holidays per year Paid medical, emergency and bereavement leave Choice of free meals swipes to use each semester in modern campus dining facility Employee and family tuition waivers Free easy-access parking Collaborative work environment Onsite fitness center and walking track Verizon, Microsoft, Dell and HP employee discounts Professional development Months Worked Annually Full-time 12 months
Typical Work Schedule Standard office environment Occasional evenings and weekends Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record Some lifting may be required Position Information
Posting Number ******** P
Job Posting Date 05/14/2024
Initial Review Date Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary The Financial Aid Counselor is upbeat and positive as they serve as the face of our continually growing institution, and plays a critical role in delivering financial aid services to Sheridan College students. As a member of the Enrollment Services team this position is responsible for maintaining an effective scholarship application and awarding process, and the day-to-day management and administration for institutional and foundation scholarship allocations.
Reports To Director of Financial Aid Services
Education/Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university Computer databases and records maintenance Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Able to receive directed work and meet deadlines Excellent organizational skills Microsoft Word and Excel at advanced level Work independently and as an effective team member Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Federal and State financial aid rules and regulations Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Standard office environment Occasional evenings and weekends Must possess a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record Some lifting may be required About Northern Wyoming Community College District Sheridan College is located in historic Sheridan, WY at the foot of the beautiful Big Horn Mountains, minutes away from a variety of outdoor recreational activities. Sheridan is ranked "America's Top Western Town" by True West magazine and is a vibrant community. Sheridan College is a vital component in the community.
NWCCD also includes a small campus site in Buffalo, WY.
Experience Experience in area of higher education financial aid programs preferred Special Instructions to Applicants All NWCCD job postings are contingent on funding. Transcripts will be required and may be attached to your online application documents under "Transcripts" and for additional space, under "Other Documents" or emailed to: . Letters of recommendation are highly recommended and can be attached to your online application documents (up to three letters), or may be sent to Human Resources at .
Job Duties These are the job duties for required of the position.
Percentage of time 30%
Responsibility/Duty As a member of the Enrollment Services Team,
Ensure that goals, objectives, plans, budgets, policies, practices, and actions produce desired student outcomes consistent with the overall mission and strategic plan. Practice and promote continuous improvement principles. Promote teamwork and cooperation between departments. Percentage of time 30%
Responsibility/Duty Provide in-depth financial aid counseling to prospective students, current students, and parents regarding financial aid opportunities including: FAFSA application, scholarship applications, eligibility guidelines and resources.
Percentage of time 30%
Responsibility/Duty Responsible for administration of the Sheridan College scholarship program to include institutional, private, and State of Wyoming – Hathaway Scholarships. Provide recommendations on institutional and foundational scholarship allocations to ensure institutional goals and donor specifications are met. Coordinate and conduct scholarship information presentations on and off campus.
Percentage of time 5%
Responsibility/Duty Effectively utilize Colleague financial aid modules & CRM software.
Percentage of time 5%
Responsibility/Duty Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
