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Executive Consultant at Encoura
Remote, USFull-timeRemoteFinancial Aid ServicesPosted 26 days ago
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Role Overview</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":-432,"335559731":432,"335559739":0,"335559740":276}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The Executive Consultant, Financial Aid Services is an enrollment management professional who has had a demonstrable impact in the delivery of financial aid (federal, state, and institutional) at prior non-profit college or university campuses. The Executive Consultant delivers our financial aid optimization services product, Award+. The Executive Consultants assist clients in developing institutional aid plans to meet recruitment, retention, net revenue, and discount rate goals.</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">A Day in the Life</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Develops</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> financial aid strategies for clients that will allow them to meet their enrollment and revenue goals</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Creates and presents</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> financial aid historical and retention analyses to clients, explaining trends and opportunities</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Consults regularly with client institutions </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Presents and explains the Award+ tracking dashboard</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Works with 10-15 clients throughout the year</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Assists</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> clients in fully understanding the extent and construct of the contracted financial aid </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Meets regularly with the consulting team to discuss client goals and challenges and brainstorm solutions</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="14" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Travel Frequency, 3-5 times per year</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Role Progression</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Within 1 month</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">, <strong>you’ll:</strong> Build a foundational knowledge of Encoura products, systems and processes, specifically as they relate to Award+. You'll be assigned a campus partner load of up to 15 campuses (some existing and some new) and you will become familiar with their history and awarding strategies. This month will allow for the transition of campuses from other Award + team members as well as begin work with new campuses.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Within 3 months</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">,<strong> you’ll:</strong> Begin to independently manage your partner campuses; you will learn how to build their awarding strategy for the upcoming recruitment cycle in the Award+ system; you will work with your campuses to establish regular data submissions and meeting cadence with your clients to monitor their progress through the recruitment cycle.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="13" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Within 6 months</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">, <strong>you’ll:</strong> Have learned the entire process from data collection and start-up of new Award + campuses, to the build of an awarding strategy, and finally to the assessment of the awarding strategy at the end of the recruitment cycle.</span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About You</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">An advanced degree is preferred but not </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">required</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">. A minimum of </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">5</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> years of successful experience within </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">an institution</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> of higher education, preferably in </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">admissions</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">, financial aid, or enrollment managemen</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">t</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">On-campus experience in enrollment management is </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">highly desirable</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">A successful candidate will be intellectually curious and able to work independently</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">, in a remote environment</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Demonstrated effectiveness in written and oral communication</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Demonstrated technical </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">proficiency</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Demonstrated data analysis skills</span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to collaborate effectively both internally and externally</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1">Ability to incorporate constructive feedback to improve performance and outcomes</li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Successful candidates will be required to complete and pass a CLEAR™ identity verification as part of the pre-employment screening process.</span>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="12" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><a href="https://support.greenhouse.io/hc/en-us/articles/40497797083419-CLEAR-FAQ-for-candidates"><span data-contrast="none"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Hyperlink">CLEAR™ Candidate FAQ</span></span></a><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li>
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<p><strong><span data-contrast="none">The annual base salary range for this exempt position is $115,000–$119,000 </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">and</span><strong><span data-contrast="none"> </span></strong><span data-contrast="none">reflects the midpoint through maximum of the established range for this role</span><strong><span data-contrast="none">.</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> Encoura establishes compensation using national market data, internal equity considerations, and organizational budget factors to ensure fairness and consistency across the organization. Certain roles may also be eligible for variable compensation in addition to base salary.</span> <span data-contrast="none">Employees in this role are eligible for Encoura’s comprehensive benefits package, which includes health insurance, retirement contributions, paid time off, and other programs that support employee well‑being.</span> <span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong><span data-contrast="none">About Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Encoura’s mission is to empower students and institutions to create meaningful connections so everyone can make the most informed decisions to achieve their goals. Since 1972, the Company has evolved its products and services to better represent the link between students and higher education institutions and to create the highest probability of student success. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Encoura’s expertise now spans enrollment, research, marketing, student success, and advancement and provides an unmatched combination of higher education experience and innovative solutions for colleges and universities. The Company also offers Encourage® — the nation’s largest free college and career planning program used by millions of high school students and educators nationwide. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. All applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Encoura endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and disabled veterans pursuant to applicable federal and state law. If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability and need an alternative method for applying, please contact the Talent Team. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">Applicants from California, please review the </span><a href="https://nrccua-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/jordan_skiles_encoura_org/ERJJTDfdLixBrrbeKNcBuI8BDfeXRGhUfWi1xA1hWbaxcQ?e=QTTFDw"><span data-contrast="none">CA HR Privacy Notice</span></a><span data-contrast="none">. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="none">To review our privacy policy, please click this link: </span><a href="https://encoura.org/privacy-policy/"><span data-contrast="none">https://encoura.org/privacy-policy/</span></a><span data-contrast="none"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p></div>
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