Financial Aid Counselor
Company: Seton Hall University, New Jersey
Location: South Orange
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Assists students and parents regarding the financial aid process
and provides information on available programs, procedures, and
eligibility requirements. Works within a loan team to evaluate and
adjust budgets, certify loans and reconcile loan programs. Reviews
financial aid applications and related documentation for compliance
with eligibility requirements. Help students and parents in the
completion of financial aid applications Duties and
Responsibilities: 1.Reviews, verifies, and assesses applications
and support documents in accordance with established guidelines to
determine financial aid eligibility. 2. Interacts with students
and/or families to follow up on missing or deficient information;
relays and discusses status of application. 3. Provides information
to students and families regarding the options for obtaining
financial aid, the process for requesting aid, and the eligibility
requirements for receiving and maintaining aid. Assist students at
the front counter on a rotation. 4. Responsible for a loan program
from certification to disbursement through reconciliation. 5.
Assist the office in promoting Financial Literacy to our students
and families to better understand the process. 6. Part of the
Counter staff rotation assisting students that come into the
office. 7. Respond to inquiries from the call center and loan
adjustments that come in. 8. Performs miscellaneous job-related
duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and
one to three years of experience directly related to the duties and
responsibilities listed. Working knowledge of financial aid and
knowledge of federal and state financial aid policies required,
Must be detail-oriented, have high computer literacy, strong
organizational skills and the ability to prioritize daily
activities. Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of Banner system a
plus. Salary Range: $36,400 - $50,050 Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt
Physical Demands: General Office Environment Special Instructions
to Applicants: Benefits Information: Full Time Benefits Life today
is complex. That’s why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive
package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich
your life. These benefits are important elements of your total
university compensation package. Benefits include but are not
limited to bundled medical, prescription, and vision insurance,
dental insurance, and life insurance, and retirement plan. More
information is available at
https://www.shu.edu/human-resources/benefits.html . Seton Hall
University is located in South Orange, New Jersey, 14 miles from
New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of
higher education in the United States and is home to about 6,300
undergraduate and 3,700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally
inclusive community, Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and
ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its
students to be servant leaders in their professional and community
lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It
honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith
traditions. In turn, its employees respect Catholic beliefs and
values, engage in servant leadership, and support the University’s
mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.
Keywords: Seton Hall University, New Jersey, Passaic , Financial Aid Counselor, Administration, Clerical , South Orange, New Jersey
