Job Responsibilities:

The Citadel, The Military College of South Carolina is accepting applicants for a Senior Financial Aid Counselor in the Financial Aid Office.  This position will administer all financial aid programs, with the primary responsibility of the state’s scholarship/grant programs. In addition, the incumbent will also be responsible for the following:

• Manages the state’s LIFE, HOPE, SC Need Based Grant and Palmetto Fellows awards.
• Administers federal, state, and college policies, procedures and guidelines for financial aid awards.
• Ensures records compliance with audit requirements.
• Evaluates applicants’ eligibility and determines amount of financial aid that can be awarded.
• Conducts financial aid workshops for students, high school, and community agencies.
• Primary responsibility for Pell, SEOG, and Federal Work Study Programs.; work includes investigation and development of solutions for changes to federal regulations.
• Ensure maximization of the federal work study spending authorizations.
• Assist Director with private loan processing.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree is required. Must possess excellent communication skills and be able to represent the interest of the office with diplomacy. Evidence of strong organizational management and problem-solving skills are required. Demonstrated data processing, reporting and data analysis skills acquired through a combination of prior work experience and education. This position will require independent decision making relevant to programs administered. Receives limited supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

Higher Education financial aid experience strongly preferred.

Benefits of Working at The Citadel

• Extensive Health Plans
• Great Retirement Options
• Tuition Waiver Program
• Tuition Exchange for Dependents
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Discounts
• Isle of Palms Beach Club
• Swain Family Boat Center
• Community Service Opportunities
• Mentor/Mentee Program
• Read more about our benefits, on our HR website

About The Citadel College

The Citadel, also known as the Military College of South Carolina, is a public senior military college located in Charleston, South Carolina. Founded in 1842, The Citadel has a rich history and educational reputation. With our current location on the banks of the Ashley River in downtown Charleston, you are close to great restaurants, shopping and much more. Ranked #1 Public College in the South (U.S. News & World Report, 2022) for schools with up to a master’s degree, the opportunities are endless.

There are about 2,300 undergraduate students who make up the South Carolina Corps of Cadets. Out of the Corps of Cadets, 1 out of 3 graduates earn a military commission. Students can choose from 31 Majors, 57 Minors, pre-health professions, and pre-law (a concentration in political science). The 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio guarantees students a quality education. Another 1,000 students attend the Graduate College, evening and online programs.