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seeking opportunity as assistant director of scholarships and counseling where exceptional supervisory, counseling, and program management expertise will provide an immediate and positive impact to scu.

key qualifications

 

         offering 30+ years of industry experience with advanced knowledge of government and institutional regulations governing financial aid and scholarship programs.

         adept at communicating effectively with students, parents, campus departments, auditors, program reviewers, and outside agencies.

         possesses an outstanding blend of organizational, prioritization, supervisory, analytical, and interpersonal skills.

         significant counseling expertise; excels in delivering tactful, discrete and sensitive counseling to students of diverse age groups and cultural backgrounds.

         proficiency in advising and counseling students in areas spanning finances, academic standards and progress, scholarships, and community resources.

         computer/software skills include: cms, peoplesoft, oracle, microsoft office (excel, word, powerpoint, outlook).

professional experience

 

financial aid office, california state university, sacramento                                                                   1974 to present

counseling unit manager         (2002 to present)

         as member of financial aid management advisory committee, consistently ensure established processes and procedures remain student-centered , and provide leadership in interpreting and implementing laws and regulations pertaining to financial aid and scholarship programs.

         apply dynamic supervisory expertise in managing team of counselors, devising and/or enhancing unit policies and procedures, and collaborating with outreach staff in facilitating training and workshops.

         selected as sacramento state employee of the quarter for outstanding service and dedication in 2007.

         presented with distinguished service award for leadership, vision & values in 2003.

         critically interpret and analyze government regulations being proposed and assess impact on student population.

 

financial aid counselor           (1994 to 2002)

         provided financial aid counseling via extensive financial assistance programs to prospective/existing students.

         effectively administered and monitored satisfactory progress (sp) and short-term loan programs.

         managed and supervised permanent staff and student advisors, consistently emphasizing team cohesiveness.

 

special programs coordinator          (1988 to 1994)

         directed efforts of special programs personnel as well as student assistants, frequently evalauting and streamlining unit s workflow to meet defined goals and objectives.

         administered programs for satisfactory progress (s.p.), on- and off-campus scholarships, and short-term loans, and served as a financial aid liaison for california student aid commission.

education / professional development

 

california state university training:

situational leadership certificate, 2007                           management leadership certificate, 2007

how to resolve ethical dilemmas in the office, 2006       management professional development series, 2001

 

member, california association of student financial aid administrators

 

academic professional of california

 

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dear__________________:

 

please accept this letter and accompanying resume in application for the assistant director of scholarships and counseling position that is currently available. in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as indicated in the accompanying resume, i offer exceptional longevity, loyalty, and dedication as evidenced by a 30+ year background with california state university s financial aid office. my supervisory skills, counseling expertise, and experience with scholarship programs will make my transition into this new role seamless.  to complement these qualifications, i offer strong experience in counseling students from diverse backgrounds and cultures, well-honed administrative talents, an outstanding ability to interpret scholarship program policies, and exemplary time management skills. 

 

i am confident that i am an ideal candidate for this role, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

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