Financial Aid Counselor I AS7165
About the role
Provide financial aid counseling for students and parents. Certify eligibility for specific loan, scholarship, and test fee waiver programs. Participate in the recruitment and retention of students at Oklahoma State University.
Responsibilities
- Provide financial aid counseling for students and parents.
- Certify eligibility for specific loan, scholarship, and test fee waiver programs.
- Participate in the recruitment and retention of students at Oklahoma State University.
Requirements
- Bachelor's (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
- Financial Aid Counselor I – No experience required
Skills, Proficiencies, And/or Knowledge
- Strong interpersonal skills and excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to identify issues, investigate possible reasons/solutions, evaluate possible outcomes, and develop the most efficient and effective plan of action for each individual situation.
- Sensitivity to the emotional nature of discussions related to finances, and the ability to balance requirements of federal, state, and institutional programs with concepts of customer service.
- An ability to clearly communicate in a presentation setting to groups and to individuals.
- Ability to work effectively with students who become angry or upset.
- Must display a consistent attitude of customer service.
Benefits
Appointment Length: Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice
Pay
Hiring Range: $19.23 - $20.67 Hourly
Schedule
Contact Name & Email: Susan Dale, susan.dale@okstate.edu
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.
Special Instructions to Applicants
For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.
Priority Application Date
While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 13-11-2026 to ensure full consideration.