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About JFK Muhlenberg and Snyder Schools

The JFK Muhlenberg Harold B. and Dorothy A. Snyder Schools, an entity of Hackensack Meridian Health in Plainfield, New Jersey, offers accredited programs in nursing and medical imaging. As part of a larger healthcare system, the schools offer a supportive learning environment with expert faculty and resources. In partnership with Union College, students in the nursing, radiography, and diagnostic medical sonography programs can earn an associate in science degree in addition to a diploma in their chosen field. The School of Nursing provides multiple tracks, including generic, accelerated, and LPN-to-RN options, while the School of Medical Imaging prepares students for their board exams through comprehensive coursework and clinical rotations.

Job Summary:

Counselors provide integrated student services to JFK SONMI students, families, and staff in the main area of Enrollment Services. The Counselor position requires an in-depth understanding of and training on institutional, federal and state policies regulating financial aid, academic records, registration, and student account billing. Additionally, Counselors are equipped with a broad knowledge of campus resources and services. As a vital resource for the JFK SONMI community, it is essential for counselors to provide outstanding customer service. Counselors must exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and independent professional judgement when resolving diverse community. Additionally, Counselors engage in sensitive conversations related to academic success and financial matters. Counselors may be asked to serve on various committees, engage in professional development and provide campus and community outreach.

Qualification Standards:

Required:

+ BA/BS degree with at least two years of Financial Aid proven experience.

+ Candidates with at least Five years of proven experience in Financial Aid with a combination of some education and experience can substitute for a degree.

Preferred:

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to write clear, concise letters using effective writing skills.

+ Sensitive to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and identities.

+ Proven ability to work effectively as a team member.

+ Ability to analyze and interpret data and make independent decisions, responsible for decisions.

+ Highly motivated, focused, and results oriented.

+ Ability to meet expectations in a fast-paced and dynamic, customer-oriented environment.

+ Must be able to effectively present information and represent the school at outreach events, both on-and off-campus which can include evening and weekend hours and possibly travel.

+ **_Student financial aid experience preferred_**

+ Knowledge of and experience with PeopleSoft Campus, including institutional policies, procedures, and processes a plus.

+ Demonstrated project management and public speaking skills.

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, etc.), student records, financial aid software (PeopleSoft Campus), COD, HESAA, ELM, FPP, NSLDS, EdConnect.

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Minimum rate of $22.77 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

+ Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

+ Experience: Years of relevant work experience.

+ Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.

+ Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

+ Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

+ Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.

+ Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.