Job Description
Porter and Chester Institute is currently seeking a full-time Financial Aid Counselor for our Westborough, MA campus. The Financial Aid Counselor position serves as an integral part of the Financial Aid department/ team at the campus level. This position is responsible for: the day-to-day interaction with both prospective and currently enrolled students who seek financial aid in pursuit of their career education; the evaluation, processing and awarding of campus financial aid applicants; and the support of a collaborative enrollment management model that reinforces PCI’s enrollment success at the campus level.
Job Requirements
Qualifications / Requirements
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High School Diploma/GED; Associate’s Degree or higher preferred.
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Minimum of 1 to 3 years of financial aid experience.
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Must be honest and highly ethical.
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Must maintain Compliance with all related laws, regulations and guidance, as well as company policies and procedures.
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CampusVue (preferred) or other financial aid systems experience a plus.
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Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
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Ability to travel between campuses, as needed.
Skill, Knowledge and Ability
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Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
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Must possess excellent math and computer proficiency skills.
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Solid customer service skills and the ability to convey financial aid information in a clear and concise manner to students, parents, colleagues and management.
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Must be able to work in a team oriented environment.
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Attention to detail, with solid follow-up skills; must be highly organized.
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Proficient PC skills; ability to use MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook.
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Knowledge of Federal financial aid laws, regulations and guidelines.
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Must possess working knowledge of financial aid processes and procedures.
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Must be able to prioritize work flow, manage multiple tasks and work well under pressure.
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Must be able to meet deadlines and work within time constraints, with focus on quality and ethical practices.
General Info
Job Type: Full-Time
Minimum Years of Experience Required: 2 Years
Minimum Years of Education Required: High School/GED
Willing to Travel
Must be Authorized to Work in the US
Company Info
Porter and Chester Institute, a leading trade school in Connecticut and Massachusetts, adheres to one basic vision: to educate and train our students to the level that will make them competent employees.
WIth 9 campus locations throughout Connecticut and Massachusetts, we offer training in such trades as automotive technology, HVAC-R, CAD,Electrician, as well as Medical Assisting, Dental Assisting, Administrative Health Specialist, Practical Nursing and Computer & Technology Technology.
Our staff, including Admissions, Financial Aid and other administrative professionals through to our highly qualified staff of Instructors are focused on making the students' experience a fulfilling and enriching one, both professionally and personally.
Visit our website at www.porterchester.com.
Job Description
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Beneift
Disability Insurance