Job ID: 305244
Location: Dalton State College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.
Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.
Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.
Job Summary
The Financial Aid Counselor performs complex administrative and customer service work involving the evaluation, processing, and determination of student eligibility for federal, state, institutional, and private financial aid programs. The position requires extensive desk-based work, including reviewing documentation, maintaining accurate student records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and processing aid applications, corrections, and adjustments. The counselor educates, advises, and assists students, parents, prospective students, campus partners, and the public on financial aid policies, procedures, and funding opportunities. Responsibilities include presenting financial aid information through on-campus and off-campus workshops, orientations, recruitment events, and outreach activities, requiring effective public speaking and communication skills. The position also requires the management and maintenance of confidential records and the ability to provide accurate guidance in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to support recruitment, outreach, orientation, and special campus events.
A complete application must include:
Location: Dalton State College
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
About Us
Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.
Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.
Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.
Job Summary
The Financial Aid Counselor performs complex administrative and customer service work involving the evaluation, processing, and determination of student eligibility for federal, state, institutional, and private financial aid programs. The position requires extensive desk-based work, including reviewing documentation, maintaining accurate student records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and processing aid applications, corrections, and adjustments. The counselor educates, advises, and assists students, parents, prospective students, campus partners, and the public on financial aid policies, procedures, and funding opportunities. Responsibilities include presenting financial aid information through on-campus and off-campus workshops, orientations, recruitment events, and outreach activities, requiring effective public speaking and communication skills. The position also requires the management and maintenance of confidential records and the ability to provide accurate guidance in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment. Occasional evening and weekend work is required to support recruitment, outreach, orientation, and special campus events.
A complete application must include:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- List of three professional references: please include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, a brief description of relationship with reference. Include current and/or past employer.