Financial Aid Advisor

University at Buffalo; Eggertsville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo is hiring a Financial Aid Advisor to serve as the primary contact for prospective and enrolled students, guiding on financial aid eligibility and certifying awards. This position ensures compliance with regulations and collaborates with campus partners to address student needs.

Responsibilities include conducting outreach through workshops, participating in enrollment events, and advising students and parents on personal financial management while using MS Word, Excel,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum 2 years of work experience.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary contact for prospective and enrolled students.
• Advise on financial aid eligibility and certify awards.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state/institutional regulations.
• Generate reports for verification and compliance.
• Collaborate with other university departments to address student needs.
• Participate in workshops, outreach and enrollment events including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

University at Buffalo is hiring a Financial Aid Advisor. The role involves serving as the primary contact for prospective and enrolled students, advising on financial aid eligibility, certifying awards, ensuring compliance with regulations, and conducting outreach through workshops. The advisor collaborates with other university departments to address student financial needs and participates in professional development and enrollment events.

Highlights

• Make financial aid decisions and recommend programs based on student applications within legal guidelines.
• Certify eligibility and authorize financial aid awards for payment.
• Act as a subject matter expert on federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and generate reports for verification.
• Advise students and parents on personal financial management.
• Participate in financial aid workshops, outreach, and enrollment events including evenings and weekends.
• Interact with student services and business offices to meet students’ financial needs and make referrals.
• Required software skills include MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus 2 years of work experience, strong communication skills, and authorization to work in the U.S.
• Salary range: $60,245 - $63,000 annually.