Financial Aid Counselor Job La Crosse area,Wisconsin USA,Finance & Banking

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Position Title:

Financial Aid Counselor

Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Financial Aid Officer

Job Duties:

The Financial Aid Officer is responsible for:

Counseling students and parents regarding financial aid matters
Performing FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) application review
Posting aid offers
Using professional judgment to revise student eligibility under special circumstances
Outreach and communication with prospective and current students
Assisting with office phone calls, e-mails, and in-person visits
Maintaining Confidentiality
Remaining compliant with federal, state, UWL, and Universities of Wisconsin policies

This position will:

Process aid for graduate and doctorate programs of study
Process aid for undergrad allied health programs
Process aid for second degree and preparatory coursework
Assist the Director with cost of attendance figures and aid budget updates yearly
Assist the Director with campus presentations to students and families

Work hours:

Monday through Friday from 7:45am-4:30pm

The review of applications starts on October 7, 2026
. Applications received on or before October 7th are prioritized and review will continue until the position(s) is/are filled. Initial interviews will be conducted virtually, with shortlisted candidates invited to campus.

UW-La Crosse does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at .

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Job Responsibilities:

Awards financial aid to qualifying students
Audits financial aid applications for awarding financial aid to qualifying students according to established policies and in compliance with federal and state regulations
May hire, train, and supervise student employees
Serves as a point of contact to third party stakeholders about financial aid information and processes
Assists in collecting, preparing, and analyzing financial aid data for stakeholders
Triages processes or applications if issues arise

Department:

Financial Aid

Compensation:

$46,000/ year

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree completed
Effective customer service and conflict resolution skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information appropriately
Ability to problem-solve and exercise independent judgment and initiative
Ability to make timely decisions and determine priorities
Excellent attention to detail
Effective time management and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Work experience with Federal student financial aid, or financial resources
Work experience in Higher Education
Experience with computer applications (especially student information systems such as People Soft)
Work experience with students and/or colleagues
Familiarity with public speaking and group presentations

Special Notes:

Final date to receive applicationss
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION:
Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed ‘First Review Date’. Applications received after that date may be considered at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.

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