Financial Aid Counselor

Student Services Specialist Department: Financial Aid Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Months per Year: 12 Months Position Summary The primary purpose of the Office of Financial Aid is to provide financial assistance to students and help remove financial barriers in obtaining an education. The University of North Carolina Asheville is committed to helping each student attend UNC Asheville if that is his or her wish, regardless of financial difficulties. This Financial Aid Counselor position will employ a high level of professionalism, knowledge, and problem‑solving to support the office by managing federal and state financial aid programs, coordinating all activity, reporting, and reconciling the assigned program (Federal Work‑Study, NC State Grants, Federal Direct Loans, Federal Grants, Default Management), and performing other duties as required to meet organizational needs. Minimum Education/Experience/Skill Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Preferred Education/Experience/Skill The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and experience with Banner Financial Aid preferred. Demonstrated excellence in communication (written and verbal), listening, and problem‑solving. Benefits Employees are provided with a comprehensive benefits package including dental, vision, and health insurance plans (eligibility begins on the first of the month following the date of hire). Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are available. Employees are eligible for tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year and may enroll at any UNC System campus. Additional offerings include group exercise classes, free access to the campus recreation center for full‑time employees, vaccine shots on campus, a pre‑tax flexible spending account, 12 paid holidays, and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Employees working at least half of the working days of their first month accrue vacation and sick leave immediately. Paid parental leave is available after 12 months of continuous service. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of North Carolina Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process should contact View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Independent Educational Consultants Association