Financial Aid Advisor & Outreach Champion

Fairfield University; Fairfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Fairfield University is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to advise students and families on aid options, verify documentation, and manage a caseload for aid awards. You will support outreach initiatives and ensure compliance with federal and institutional requirements.

Responsibilities include data review, award calculations, and providing outstanding customer service, including evenings or weekends as needed for peak enrollment periods and campus events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience with financial aid programs preferred.
• Spanish language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial aid advising to students and families.
• Participate in extensive outreach programs.
• Review and verify financial aid data and applications.
• Award and adjust student aid in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Presentations and outreach events may be required.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Counseling

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerFAIDS

Job description

Fairfield University is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to advise students and families on aid options, verify documentation, and manage a caseload for aid awards. You will support outreach initiatives and ensure compliance with federal and institutional requirements.

Responsibilities include data review, award calculations, and providing outstanding customer service, including evenings or weekends as needed for peak enrollment periods and campus events.