Counselor II, Student Services

Kent State

Job Location:

New Philadelphia, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 42357 - 46853

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title:	Counselor II Student Services
Physical Location:	Tuscarawas Campus - New Philadelphia OH
Salary:	$42357 - $46853
Basic Function:	To provide customer service in a comprehensive student service unit that provides integrated cross-functional service in the areas of registration/enrollment student records student accounts financial aid and student financial counseling to all University constituents including students (prospective current former and alumni) parents/families staff faculty and other campus community members. Reports to designated supervisor.
Additional Basic Function if applicable:
Examples of Duties:	Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following: Provide start-to-finish student services using judgment and discretion in both simple and complex issues involving minimal supervisory guidance. Deliver a holistic counseling experience related to course enrollment information academic records financial aid billing and payment with a continuous focus on academic success and degree progress financial wellness student retention and graduation rates. Investigate problem-solve and resolve questions and issues from students (current former and alumni) and parents/families related to financial aid registration student accounts and financial wellness. Assist students/families with navigation of the University student portal mobile ap. and/or university website for purposes related to registration/enrollment student records student accounts and financial aid. Provide referrals to other university offices/partners as needed Provide presentations to students and parents/families. May supervise student employees. Ensure the security and confidentiality of all student record information and submitted documentation to comply with Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Work closely with the Financial Aid Registrar and Bursar Offices to ensure accuracy of information. Develop and maintain a culture that supports student success and the mission of integrated enrollment services. Assist with special projects. Perform related duties as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:	Bachelors degree and three years experience within a financial aid registrar or bursar office OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to seven years of related experience in financial aid registrationstudent accounts or other financial related experience (billing accounting etc.). License/Certification: Knowledge Of: Higher education organizational structure Financial aid registration and/or student billing * Customer relation management (CRM) systems * Student information systems * Microsoft Office Suite Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Skill In: Development and delivery of engaging presentations Written/verbal and interpersonal communication * Building and motivating productive and enthusiastic teams to fulfill the mission of the organization * Problem-solving / problem resolution Ability To: Provide exemplary customer service * Communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely (via various methods of communication; in-person phone email instant messaging chat) * Demonstrate leadership and direction Adapt to new technology software and procedures as required * Plan and direct work activities to manage time effectively and set priorities Exercise discretion in distributing and receiving information of a confidential and sensitive nature Communicate effectively with the University community Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments * Work varied hours to include evenings and weekends during peak periods
Preferred Qualifications if applicable:	Masters in a One Stop or Student Services Center.
Assessments:	Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:	None
Working Schedule:
Additional Information:	Must pass a security check. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. For official job descriptions visit State University is a Smoke-Free Tobacco-Free University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities.

Job Title:Counselor II Student ServicesPhysical Location:Tuscarawas Campus - New Philadelphia OHSalary:$42357 - $46853Basic Function:To provide customer service in a comprehensive student service unit that provides integrated cross-functional service in the areas of registration/enrollment student r...

Job Title:	Counselor II Student Services
Physical Location:	Tuscarawas Campus - New Philadelphia OH
Salary:	$42357 - $46853
Basic Function:	To provide customer service in a comprehensive student service unit that provides integrated cross-functional service in the areas of registration/enrollment student records student accounts financial aid and student financial counseling to all University constituents including students (prospective current former and alumni) parents/families staff faculty and other campus community members. Reports to designated supervisor.
Additional Basic Function if applicable:
Examples of Duties:	Duties/essential functions may include but not be limited to the following: Provide start-to-finish student services using judgment and discretion in both simple and complex issues involving minimal supervisory guidance. Deliver a holistic counseling experience related to course enrollment information academic records financial aid billing and payment with a continuous focus on academic success and degree progress financial wellness student retention and graduation rates. Investigate problem-solve and resolve questions and issues from students (current former and alumni) and parents/families related to financial aid registration student accounts and financial wellness. Assist students/families with navigation of the University student portal mobile ap. and/or university website for purposes related to registration/enrollment student records student accounts and financial aid. Provide referrals to other university offices/partners as needed Provide presentations to students and parents/families. May supervise student employees. Ensure the security and confidentiality of all student record information and submitted documentation to comply with Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Work closely with the Financial Aid Registrar and Bursar Offices to ensure accuracy of information. Develop and maintain a culture that supports student success and the mission of integrated enrollment services. Assist with special projects. Perform related duties as assigned. Perform related duties as assigned.
Additional Examples of Duties if applicable:
Minimum Qualifications:	Bachelors degree and three years experience within a financial aid registrar or bursar office OR a combination of education and experience equivalent to seven years of related experience in financial aid registrationstudent accounts or other financial related experience (billing accounting etc.). License/Certification: Knowledge Of: Higher education organizational structure Financial aid registration and/or student billing * Customer relation management (CRM) systems * Student information systems * Microsoft Office Suite Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Skill In: Development and delivery of engaging presentations Written/verbal and interpersonal communication * Building and motivating productive and enthusiastic teams to fulfill the mission of the organization * Problem-solving / problem resolution Ability To: Provide exemplary customer service * Communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely (via various methods of communication; in-person phone email instant messaging chat) * Demonstrate leadership and direction Adapt to new technology software and procedures as required * Plan and direct work activities to manage time effectively and set priorities Exercise discretion in distributing and receiving information of a confidential and sensitive nature Communicate effectively with the University community Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments * Work varied hours to include evenings and weekends during peak periods
Preferred Qualifications if applicable:	Masters in a One Stop or Student Services Center.
Assessments:	Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge skills abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:	None
Working Schedule:
Additional Information:	Must pass a security check. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. For official job descriptions visit State University is a Smoke-Free Tobacco-Free University effective July 1 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent States campuses or other locations and properties that are owned operated or leased by Kent State both domestic and international. For additional details visit intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties job hours and responsibilities.