Financial Aid Counselor

Southeastern Louisiana UniversityHammond, LA

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Job Description

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University.

Southeastern Louisiana University's Office of Financial Aid invites applications for the position of Financial Aid Counselor. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Financial Aid. The Financial Aid Counselor's duties include counseling and advising students and parents on the various financial aid programs, assisting with the administration of one or more federal, state, or institutional financial aid programs, evaluating Financial Aid applications in order to determine student eligibility for various financial aid programs, and collecting data and keeping accurate records.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree from an accredited university by hire date

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in financial aid administration, or related experience

Experience in a highly automated, financial aid office at an institution which resembles Southeastern Louisiana University in size and complexity of program administration

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Proficient with automated data management

Strong organizational skills

Strong communication, customer service and public relation skills

Knowledge or skill in various software applications including Microsoft Word and data management tools

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Cover Letter

Resume

Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)

Names and contact information for 3 references

Posting Close Date

November 4, 2026

Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration.

Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

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Southeastern Louisiana University lists this role as a Full-time position.

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