Financial Aid Advisor

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Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the states designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.

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Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking.

The universitys beautiful and historic campus is located downtown in Milledgeville, Georgia, a charming college town of approximately 19,000 residents in Central Georgia, and only 90 miles southeast of Atlanta. Milledgeville is also the home of noted American author and alumna, Flannery OConnor, 45, and the college community enjoys many exciting literary arts programs at OConnors former home, Andalusia, a National Historic Landmark owned by the university. Milledgeville is located on the banks of beautiful Lake Sinclair and Lake Oconee, allowing faculty, staff and students to take full advantage of the environmental and recreational benefits of being part of a lake community. For cultural, educational and leisure opportunities beyond Milledgeville - Macon and Atlanta are located within easy driving distances.

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Job Summary

The Financial Aid Advisor (Federal Work-Study Coordinator) plays a critical role in managing student employment. This position oversees the Federal Work-Study program, coordinating campus-wide student employment. The advisor works closely with departmental supervisors to post positions, hire students, and manage funding allocations.

The Advisor serves one-fifth of student applicants, providing comprehensive guidance on aid programs, HOPE eligibility, and academic progress requirements. The role extends to conducting financial aid presentations at various on-campus and off-campus workshops, offering detailed insights into application processes and program structures.

The position requires multitasking abilities, strong initiative, meticulous attention to detail, and a flexible approach to prioritizing tasks. Success requires a positive attitude and a deep commitment to supporting students financial access to education, aligning with the broader missions of the Financial Aid Office and Enrollment Management Team.

Responsibilities

Advising - 40

• Provide one-on-one support to 20% of all students and their families understand federal, state, and institutional financial aid options.
• Explain how to apply for and maintain federal aid, state aid, institutional and other aid guiding students through these options via in-person meetings, phone conversations and email correspondence.
• Delivering timely and personalized assistance.

Coordinating - 35

• Communicate with campus departments about Federal Work-Study fund allocations.
• Collaborate with departments and Human Resources on student hiring processes.
• Create detailed earning reports to:
• Help departments monitor annual expenditures.
• Track overall spending against Department of Education allocations.
• Compare federal and institutional matching funds.

Program Development - 10

Work with campus departments to:

• Create and post student job positions
• Develop on-campus training workshops for department supervisors
• Organize job fairs to match students with departments

Outreach - 5

• Serve as a Financial Aid Office representative at student and parent events.
• Participate in campus visitation programs.
• Present financial Aid information for various on campus and on campus events.

Reporting - 5

Utilize payroll data to prepare:

• Bi-weekly reconciliation reports.
• Balance reports for GCSU Business Office.
• Annual FISAP (Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate) report.

Other - 5

• Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Assists other team members during peak periods.
• Adapts to changing priorities and workplace needs.
• Participates in special projects as needed.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelors Degree

Required Experience

1-3 years of professional experience

Proposed Salary

This position is a pay grade 5. The starting salary is $30,828.00. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience.

For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here: https://www.gcsu.edu/humanresources/pay-grade-structure.

Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV
• List of References

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individuals age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individuals protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individuals protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will be required to drive.

This role is considered a position of trust.

This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).

This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

• Criminal Backgroud Check
• Education Verificaion