Scholarship Counselor/Staff Assistant

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The Scholarship Counselor and Staff Assistant supports the development, management, coordination, and outreach activities of Scholarship Programs in the Office of Student Financial Aid at The Ohio State University. The Scholarship Counselor and Staff Assistant coordinates the selection, awarding, and renewal of endowed, current use scholarship funds and general funds with colleges, departments, and external donors throughout the year. Serves as direct liaison to various colleges and departments to provide support and troubleshoot issues relative to scholarship maintenance and awards, including updating aid in alignment with current policies and procedures. Provides support for university and special scholarships, Cooperative Housing Programs, Alumni Association, University Honors & Scholars, UAFYE, and University Development. Recommends a high volume of applicants for scholarship selection and awarding. Processes award revisions and packages financial aid in compliance with program criteria and university, state and federal policies and procedures. Transmits scholarship decisions and directives. Assists in the operation of Scholarship Administration. Analyzes Scholarship Administration policies and procedures and makes recommendations for updates, revisions, and enhancements. Assists with training of college and department liaisons on the electronic process to notify Student Financial Aid of their scholarships and awards. Provides training and updates to liaisons regarding Financial Aid and Department of Education regulations. Works with the Development Office and external donors in administering, verifying, and monitoring scholarships. Maintains scholarship donor accounts via the scholarship database to ensure information is current and accessible. Maintains statistical data for reporting and research. Researches and troubleshoots scholarship administration issues using a variety of tools and resources. Monitors processing of departmental scholarships and awards in Student Information System. Counsel faculty and staff relative to financial aid program eligibility. Develops, facilitates, and coordinates presentations and seminars. Works with colleges and departments to establish outreach methods. Advises students and families on financial aid as needed. Monitors and audits account balances. Maintains and communicates funding projections. Assists in preparing budgets. Maintains and communicates funding projections. Assists in preparing budgets. Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of position. Serves on committees. Assumes responsibility for program maintenance and routine decision routine decision making in supervisor's absence. May require some nights and weekends. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience
Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 2 years of relevant experience required.

Desired: 2-4 years of relevant experience.

The targeted hiring range for this position is $20.43/hr. - $20.60/hr. The offer for this position will fall within this range based on internal equity, unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications.

Function: Academic Administration

Sub-Function: Student Financial Aid

Career Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Job Level: S2 Experienced

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