Missouri Baptist University is looking to hire a Financial Services Counselor. This is a full-time position which is responsible for explaining financial assistance programs to students and parents and aiding them in planning the financial resources necessary to afford their education at Missouri Baptist University. This includes assessing aid eligibility for applicants and processing financial aid according to federal, state and institutional guidelines and policies.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage a portfolio of student financial aid files. Counsel potential and current students and their families on all aspects of financial assistance. Determine eligibility for financial aid by reviewing students’ eligibility criteria, verifying need analysis, and monitoring continued eligibility. Provide support to financial aid workshops and outreach programs with various community organizations and high schools. Assist with presentations to students and parents.

• Process and maintain institutional scholarships, outside agency payments and scholarships, state and federal grants. Certify and maintain disbursement of student funds. Coordinate and monitor electronic data entry, transmission, and reconciliation for EDExpress, EDconnect, and records in our Student Information System (SIS).

• Maintain confidential information and act in accordance with all privacy laws. Ensure compliance with federal and state guidelines for student financial aid eligibility. Maintain current knowledge of federal regulations, state requirements and institutional policies pertaining to eligibility determination.

• Work with other Financial Services Counselors and organize efforts to maintain consistency of processing.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Education/Experience

Prior experience with budgets/accounting

How to Apply

Applicants should electronically submit the following items to Joyce Montgomery, Director of Human Resources. (joyce.montgomery1@mobap.edu)

• Cover letter expressing interest in the position, highlighting experience relevant to the role.

• Current resume.

• Statement of Faith which clearly articulates your personal relationship with Jesus Christ, active participation in a local church and commitment to perform duties consistent with and not contrary to the University’s statement of faith which is the Baptist Faith and Message 2000.

About Missouri Baptist University

Missouri Baptist University is an evangelical Christian, liberal arts institution. Its purpose is to offer programs of study leading to professional certificates, and undergraduate and graduate degrees, in an environment where academic excellence is emphasized, and a biblically based Christian perspective is maintained. The University is committed to enriching its students’ lives spiritually, intellectually, and professionally, preparing students to serve in a global and culturally diverse society.

Missouri Baptist University has been recognized by the Saint Louis Post Dispatch as one of the area’s “Top Workplaces” for the past 12 years!

In compliance with federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Missouri Baptist University does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in admissions or in the administration of its education policies, programs, and activities. Inquiries or complaints should be directed to Dr. Andy Chambers, Provost/Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.