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New River Community College

Financial Aid Counselor - Strategic Enrollment Management

New River Community College, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403

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Financial Aid Counselor - Strategic Enrollment Management Job No:

550155

Work Type:

Staff

Location:

Central California: San Luis Obispo

Categories:

Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Job Search Category/Discipline: Administrative, Appointment Type: Probationary, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Student Services, Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac): Telecommute eligible (work onsite as scheduled and/or as requested and telecommute as scheduled)

Job Summary Reporting to the Associate Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, this position assists the university in retaining and graduating students needing financial assistance through a comprehensive program of financial aid and support services. Financial Aid program offerings include grants, loans, work‑study opportunities, and scholarships. In accordance with state and federal regulations, a proactive approach will be used to meet and monitor students' financial eligibility.

Financial Aid Office operates on a hybrid schedule: team members who are past their probationary period work three days per week in the office and telecommute two days per week. Schedule requirements could change based on needs.

Department Summary The Financial Aid Office determines eligibility for and awards federal, state, institutional and private grants, scholarships, and work and loan programs in excess of $150M annually to over 13,000 eligible students. The office adheres to regulatory requirements and institutional policies and ensures compliance by the University.

Key Qualifications

Working knowledge of the practices, procedures and activities of the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office or the ability to rapidly acquire that knowledge.

Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to take initiative, set priorities, and work independently using resources and problem‑solving skills.

Ability to interpret and apply program rules and regulations.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, active listening skills, and emotional intelligence necessary to communicate with tact and diplomacy regarding sensitive and confidential financial matters.

Ability to collect, compile, analyze, and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on these data.

Education and Experience

Graduation from a four‑year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a related field. Two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field.

A master's degree in a job‑related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience.

Additional specialized experience may be substituted for the required education on a year‑for‑year basis.

Salary and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Range: $60,996 – $66,612 Per Year

Classification Range: $60,996 – $86,736 Per Year

Cal Poly offers a best‑in‑class benefits program, including health, dental and vision insurance, retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System, and educational benefits for eligible employees. See benefits website for additional information.

Equal Opportunity This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on protected status. Cal Poly complies with Title VI, Title IX, ADA, Section 504, and other applicable anti‑discrimination laws.

Supplemental Information Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter and must comply with reporting requirements.

Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. at the time of application.

Positions are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.

To Apply All applicants must apply online at: https://jobs.calpoly.edu/sl/en-us/job/550155

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