University of Northern Colorado

Financial Aid Counselor- Student Employment

Greeley, CO, US

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About the role

The role is responsible for processing and maintaining student employment records, including data entry and updates within the Banner payroll system for both Work-Study and Non-Work-Study positions.
The position works in collaboration with the Coordinator of Outreach and Student Services to hire, train, and supervise student employees who assist with the daily operations within the Office of Financial Aid.
Responsible for processing and maintaining student employment records within the Banner payroll system for both Work-Study and Non-Work-Study positions.

The Office of Financial Aid provides high-quality services to students and their families by delivering clear guidance on financial aid opportunities to support access, persistence, and completion of their academic goals.
Collaborates with campus partners-including the Center for Career Readiness, Payroll, Human Resources, and the Office of Global Engagement-to support student employment operations and ensure alignment with institutional processes.
Student Peer Supervision - 30% (Essential Function) Provides direct supervision and support to student peer employees working within the Office of Financial Aid in collaboration with the Coordinator of Outreach and Student Service.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution At least one year of professional experience in financial aid administration, student services, or a related field demonstrating transferable skills.
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 07/15/2026.
Completes required Human Resources documentation to facilitate the hiring and onboarding of off-campus student employees.
Facilitates the publication and maintenance of the Student Employee Handbook and ensures student employment website content is accurate and up-to-date by coordinating and communicating required updates.

Prior experience supervising student employees, student advising, or financial aid counseling.
Understanding of financial aid or related processes.
Experience supporting student employment, payroll processes, onboarding, timesheets, or personnel records.
Demonstrated success managing high-volume, detail-oriented processes while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Application Instructions: To be considered for this position, applicants must submit a resume and cover letter that address their qualifications and interest in the role.

Student Employment Administration - 45% (Essential Function) Supports the administration of the Student Employment program within the Office of Financial Aid.
Responsible for processing and maintaining student employment records within the Banner payroll system for both Work-Study and Non-Work-Study positions.
Processes, reviews, and approves Electronic Personnel Action Forms (EPAFs) for all student hourly and salaried positions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with institutional, state, and federal requirements.
This includes auditing FOAP numbers, verifying wage rates, and confirming employment start and end dates for approximately 1,100 student employment records annually.
Identifies and resolves processing errors in a timely manner and ensures data integrity across systems.
Completes required Human Resources documentation to facilitate the hiring and onboarding of off-campus student employees.

Running reports to track work-study allocation usage, monitor students working during class time, and review leave reporting (e.g., sick leave) to ensure proper allocation.

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