Financial Aid Counselor

George Fox University's Financial Aid office is looking for a highly motivated individual to join their team and serve as a Financial Aid Counselor. They are an innovative team, seeking to financially equip students to pursue their college career. George Fox graduates make a big impact in our world. Come help make that possible!

About the Job:

Do you enjoy helping people, accomplishing tasks and goals proactively, and have the curiosity to propel your growth? As a Financial Aid Counselor, you will join a team of people that care deeply for the work we do, the people we serve and the opportunity to continually grow and learn. You will equip students and their families with the knowledge needed to navigate the financial aid process while helping them understand the value of a George Fox education. We help students to pursue their dreams and callings by building relationships and creatively tackling the financial obstacles together. Our goal is not just to get student's here but to see them through to graduation. The ideal candidate will believe in the value of a George Fox education and understand the power of financial aid to make a college education possible. They will be able to display compassion and use their own experience and story to connect and encourage students through this process. Join a team where you will not only deliver the Be Known promise, but experience it yourself

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Communicating the value of a George Fox Education to students and parents.
• Contributing to the management of the Financial Aid office.
• Reviewing applications for and award donor-funded scholarships, financial aid academic appeals, professional judgments and financial aid appeals.
• Within the parameters of federal and institutional regulations and guidelines, determine awards and monitor student financial aid eligibility to move students efficiently through the financial aid process and creatively find financial aid resources for all students.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.
• Other duties as assigned.
• *See the full job description attached for more information!

A day in the life of this position:

A Financial Aid Counselor has both routine and variation to the needs of each day. The department's mission is to financially equip students to continuously choose George Fox. The Financial Aid team interacts with students, federal and personal financial information, unique family circumstances to provide information, financial aid, and resources to pay for college. They also work closely with Admissions, Student Accounts, and the Registrar's offices on wider goals such as incoming student deposits and continuing student retention which are the fuel in fulfilling our university's mission. The daily work involves student communication (written, verbal, video), processing documentation, evaluating changes to student financial circumstances, awarding scholarships, and delivering the Be Known promise.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• 1+ year of related work experience. Specific financial aid experience is not required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to deal with the public and campus community in a helpful and courteous manner; ability to obtain and use information with tact and discretion.
• Exceptional customer service, creative problem solving, initiative, proactivity, and attention to detail.
• Ability to connect with future students/families and a willingness to collaborate with other departments within George Fox.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to present to groups of various sizes both in-person and webinar formats.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference will be given to those who have the following attributes:

• Communicating effectively in English and Spanish
• Excel and/or Google Sheets

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours (1.0 FTE) - Monday through Friday
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment
• Supervisor: Associate Director of Financial Aid

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
  
  

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
  

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu

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