Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
Requirements
With moderate supervision from the Director for Counseling, the Counseling Assistant delivers counseling services to current and prospective students and their families regarding the financial aid process, procedures, and program rules, including information about all federal, state, private, and institutional loan, grant and work programs. This position is responsible for preliminary review and processing of financial aid applications, maintenance of all financial aid records, and for written and verbal communication with students to ensure the highest standards of customer/client services and support established procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and University policies. Additional duties include, but are not limited to:
Provide counseling and application processing services to 14,500 potential and current undergraduate and graduate applicants for aid each year.
Manage approximately 1,250 financial aid applicants each year, overseeing application processing/audit, financial counseling, monitoring enrollment status, and review of requests for additional aid in unusual or emergency circumstances. The Office of Student Financial Services manages an active caseload of 9,300 clients each year (currently enrolled students) and administers $300 million each year in Main Campus scholarship, loan, and work programs.
Work Interactions
This position reports directly to the Director of Counseling. The unit provides financial aid counseling to diverse student and parent populations and works closely with other University departments to ensure quality service is provided. The financial aid counselor frequently communicates and interacts with prospective applicants for admission to Georgetown’s Main Campus programs as well as with enrolled students.
Requirements and Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree and part-time or full-time work experience with counseling, customer service, and/or administrative support
Demonstrated ability to collect and analyze data and to use independent judgment where appropriate
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work with a diverse client population, and commitment to continuous quality improvement and customer services
Experience with and knowledge of PC based administrative software
Highly Desired Qualifications
Any combination of experience with Ellucian’s Banner, COGNOS, and/or Microsoft Office
Knowledge of federal, state, and/or institutional financial aid program rules, regulations, or processes
Work Mode Designation
This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.
Pay Range
The projected hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $18.00 - $22.00. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.
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EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.