How much does a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. make in Washington? The average Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. salary in Washington is $51,492 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $45,494 and $58,858. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary $40,033 WA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary $45,494 WA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary $51,492 WA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary $58,858 WA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. Salary $65,564 WA February 26, 2024
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FAIRMONT SCHOOLS INC - Anaheim, CA

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What skills does a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. need?

Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.

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Student Counseling: Counseling specialty concerned with providing advice and assistance to students in the development of their educational plans, choice of appropriate courses, and choice of college or technical school.

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Business administration: It is the management of all aspects of a business's performance, decisions, and organization. It includes the day to day operations, aspects including finances and human resources, and ensures the company stays aligned to the goal or mission.

Customer Service 0.68%
Student Counseling 0.12%
Business administration 0.06%
Others 99.14%

Job Description for Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed.

Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. administers the financial aid program and provides application counseling. Decides to award scholarships, grants, and other monetary rewards. Being a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. audits and reconciles financial aid accounts. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically reports to a supervisor. The Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed. typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Aberdeen, WA Avg. Salary $49,550 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acme, WA Avg. Salary $49,225 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Addy, WA Avg. Salary $46,861 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adna, WA Avg. Salary $49,550 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Airway Heights, WA Avg. Salary $47,245 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Albion, WA Avg. Salary $46,861 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Allyn, WA Avg. Salary $51,653 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Almira, WA Avg. Salary $46,861 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amanda Park, WA Avg. Salary $49,550 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Amboy, WA Avg. Salary $49,520 Date Updated February 26, 2024

Career Path for Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed.

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For Financial Aid Counselor - Higher Ed., the upper level is Associate Financial Aid Director and then progresses to Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed..

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