The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) has an opportunity for a Senior Financial Aid Counselor.The selected candidate will serve as the point person for financial aid for one or more of the seven (7) professional schools as a part of the Office of Academic Affairs, Enrollment Administration/Student Financial Assistance. The Counselor practices counseling and decision-making with principles that are sensitive to the challenges of students in their assigned cohort, while adhering to the U.S. Department of Education and University Student Financial Assistance & Enrollment Services Policies and Procedures. Benefits Information: UMB offers acomprehensive benefits packagethat prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along withadditional exciting perksthat employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, paid holidays, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job). Essential Functions: * Provides leadership and counseling to students, families, and the University community. Counseling responsibilities include advising on financial literacy, realistic goal setting for borrowing as well as providing individual entrance and exit counseling for students who request this service. * Serves as a team leader for the Financial Aid Counselors and works with senior management to identify training needs and process improvement. * Responsible for orienting and training others, and assigning and reviewing their work. May also be responsible for acting in a “lead” or “senior” capacity over other financial aid counselors. * Assist the leadership team in monitoring and adjusting financial aid in excess of financial need. * Analyzes workflow and various processes relating to financial aid packaging and awarding. * Assists in the annual review and revision of departments Policies and Procedures Manual. * Participates in activities relating to the federal verification process. * Participates in school orientation programs and outreach events. * Serves as point person for federal exit counseling and delinquent borrowers follow up. * Follows established policy and procedures for awarding recouped scholarship funds during the fall and spring term. * Reviews requests for budget increases and makes recommendations to the management on behalf of the student. Completes processing of financial aid requests from students including but not limited to federal verification and federal loan processing. May assist in federal work study. * Evaluates financial aid applications and determines amount/configuration of aid packages for students ensuring the University is in compliance with state, federal, and institutional policies governing financial aid. * Ensures financial aid data is processed accurately and students accept the funds they are eligible to receive. * Perform other related duties as assigned. Education:Bachelor's degree. Bachelor's degree in Student Services, Educational Administration or a related field preferred. Experience:Three (3) years of experience in financial aid administration or related experience in a Financial Aid Office. Other:Related experience may be substituted for education. Clery act designated job as campus security authorities (CSA) member and will comply with Clery Act requirements. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Current knowledge of Title IV and Title VII financial aid programs. Knowledge of how state programs integrate with federal and institutional funding. Knowledge of Financial Aid Management Systems and/or Student Information Systems - (NSLDS, COD, Banner operating system or similar financial aid operating system). * Proven record in working successfully with diverse populations. * Knowledge of financial aid policies, procedures, and eligibility requirements. * Ability to accomplish detailed tasks and follow a system of procedures and timetables. * Ability to work both as a part of a team and independently on projects and assignments. * Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information. * Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective work relations with students, staff, faculty and the general public. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to make sound judgments about financial aid awards based upon comparisons and interpretations. * Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage both detailed and multiple tasks in concert with one another. * Excellent computer skills to include financial aid computer applications. Hiring Range:$62,000 - $70,000, commensurate with education and experience. UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Talent Recruitment department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu. If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit aUMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read theUMB Notice of Non-Discriminationfor more information. Job: Reg or CII Exempt Staff* *Organization: Academic Affairs - Enrollment Administration *Title: *Senior Financial Aid Counselor Location: null Requisition ID: 24000171