Financial Aid Counselor

Colorado College; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition benefits for employee and elig

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Wellness benefits including access to;

Job summary

Colorado College’s Student Financial Services is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to provide comprehensive financial aid counseling and administration for prospective and current students and families. The role covers eligibility assessment, program management, outreach to specialized student populations, and collaboration with campus partners.

The position operates on a 40-hour week, 12-month schedule, with annual hours totaling 2080; base salary is communicated as an anticipated hourly range.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience.
• One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education or coursework.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive financial aid counseling and student account support to prospective and current students and families.
• Advise on financial aid eligibility, application requirements, financing options, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and verify financial aid applications, documentation, and student records for accuracy and eligibility.
• Administer assigned financial aid programs with accurate awarding, disbursement, and reconciliation.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years of experience in a related field

Job description

Job Title: Financial Aid Counselor

Department: Student Financial Services

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Nonexempt/ Hourly

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

At Colorado College, 2,100 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here, students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission.

Job Summary

The Student Financial Services (SFS) Counselor provides comprehensive financial aid counseling and administration for prospective and current students and families, helping them understand college affordability, financial aid eligibility, application requirements, and available resources. Manages assigned financial aid processes and special populations, reviews student records and documentation to determine eligibility and identify required follow-up, and provides proactive outreach to students who need additional assistance completing the financial aid process. Applies federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations consistently and partners across Student Financial Services to ensure accurate, timely, and student-centered delivery of financial aid.

Responsibilities

• Financial Aid Counseling & Student Account Support
• Advise and counsel prospective and current students and families regarding financial aid eligibility, application requirements, financing options, regulatory requirements, and student account impacts.
• Research and resolve complex financial aid and student account concerns, explain the interaction of aid, charges, payments, and refunds, and identify matters requiring additional review, professional judgment, or specialized functional support.
• Financial Aid Application Review & Verification
• Review financial aid applications, supporting documentation, and student records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency; resolve conflicting information and identify additional documentation or follow-up required to determine eligibility.
• Complete assigned financial aid processing, revisions, and disbursement-related work in accordance with federal, state, and institutional requirements and established procedures.
• Financial Aid Program Administration
• Administer assigned federal, institutional, private, and other financial aid programs and processes, ensuring accurate and timely awarding, disbursement, reconciliation, and ongoing program management.
• Responsibilities may include federal loan and grant administration and reconciliation, institutional grant programs, and management of the College's portfolio of more than 450 endowed and departmental scholarship funds.
• Specialized Populations, Campus Partnerships, Outreach & Professional Development
• Serve as the financial aid resource for assigned student populations and program areas, which may include international students, student-athletes, first-generation students, students with high financial need, and students participating in study abroad.
• Develop effective working relationships with campus partners, provide proactive outreach and individualized support, and represent Student Financial Services through informational sessions, campus programs, and other outreach activities.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable financial aid regulations, institutional policies, and industry practices through ongoing professional development and, as appropriate, participation in state, regional, and national professional activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in a related field

One year of relevant work experience may be substituted for one year of required education (OR) one year of relevant academic coursework beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for one year of required professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications.

Other Position Details

• Does not supervise others
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Note: Colorado College anticipates hiring up to two employees for this position.

Apply by: 10/18/2026

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

We anticipate our search timeline will proceed as follows (subject to change).

Applications submitted by October 18th at 11:55pm will receive full consideration.

We expect to complete a half-hour virtual interview via Zoom the week of November 4th.

We expect to invite finalists to campus the week of November 9th and 16th.

For questions about the position, SFS, or Colorado College more broadly, please contact Roger Lane, Assistant VP and Director, at mailto:[e-mail].

To help us stay connected with you throughout the hiring process, we encourage you to apply using a personal email address instead of a Colorado College email address.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range

• $23.08 to $27.70 per hour

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 0.085 vacation hours for each hour worked and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits include free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Benefits And Wellness Information

Please refer to our https://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/humanresources/benefits/index.html

Accommodation Statement

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College's policies, if you have a disability and would like to request accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at mailto:[e-mail] as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit http://www.e-verify.gov

Leave Information

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html