Financial Aid Advisor for Student Success

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland in College Park is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to provide counseling and administrative support for students’ financial aid needs. The role emphasizes high-quality service on FAFSA, aid options, and compliance with federal regulations.

The candidate will analyze need, assist with aid offers, verify data, and coordinate with OSFA, EM, and campus partners. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in a fast-paced office environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of professional financial aid, finance advising, or finance counseling related experience.
• Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted for up to four years of the required education.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer service to students and families on FAFSA and financial aid options.
• Support FAFSA administration, including need analysis, aid offers, reconsideration, cost of attendance, verification, loan processing, and Return to Title IV.
• Use financial aid systems, websites and data reports for processing.
• Collaborate with OSFA, Enrollment Management and campus partners on projects and services.
• Represent OSFA on financial aid matters for outreach events.

Skills

Financial aid policies

Title IV rules

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Policy interpretation

Team collaboration

Data entry accuracy

Institution policies

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Maryland in College Park is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to provide counseling and administrative support for students’ financial aid needs. The role emphasizes high-quality service on FAFSA, aid options, and compliance with federal regulations.

The candidate will analyze need, assist with aid offers, verify data, and coordinate with OSFA, EM, and campus partners. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential in a fast-paced office environment.