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Associate Financial Aid Counselor

Bethel University
Saint Paul, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/2/2025

Job Summary

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Prepares and revises financial aid awards, and provides financial aid counseling for students and their families.

Responsibilities

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1. Prepares financial aid awards and revisions for students in all schools and programs. - 40%

2. Counsels students and parents and provides customer service for students and their families. - 25%

3. Assist the financial aid guest reception processes. - 20%

4. Assists with verification of financial aid records. - 10%

5. Researches and remains up-to-date on financial aid regulations and requirements. - 5%

Required Skills

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  • Must be detailed-oriented.
  • Must be able to work independently and as a part of a team.
  • Must be able to manage time and work on multiple projects at the same time.
  • Must be able to work with confidential information.
  • Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in written form.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Google Suite.
  • Working knowledge of a Student Information System.
  • Must be able to stay current on financial aid regulatory requirements.
  • Must have exceptional customer service skills.
Experience:
No previous experience is required.
Education:
Associate’s degree.

Additional Information

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Travel: This position requires little to no travel.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university in which all employees are expected to have a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of the University, and an agreement to abide by all University policies.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to
talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The job requires extended periods of sitting and traversing the Bethel Campus on a regular basis. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to ensure people are able to perform the essential functions.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Expected Hours of Work:

Typically, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with the expectation to work specific schedules and hours as identified and communicated by management. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties
demand. This is a 40 hour per week, 12 months per year position.
Benefits:
Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time off package. Learn more about these offerings here.
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Learn more about our commitment to diversity in hiring .

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

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