Financial Aid Counselor: Student Financing & Outreach

Fairfield University; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT seeks a Financial Aid Counselor to support the Enrollment Management team. You will advise students and parents on financial aid eligibility, verify files, and participate in outreach programs to promote financial literacy.

The role includes managing a caseload, awarding and adjusting aid according to policy, and presenting outcomes during peak enrollment seasons; occasional evenings and weekends may be required to support events and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Experience advising students on financial aid preferred
• Willingness to work nights/weekends during peak enrollment

Responsibilities

• Advise students and parents on financial aid eligibility and procedures
• Review and verify student files for awarding and adjustments
• Manage a caseload and prepare award notifications
• Present financial literacy and outreach programs
• Occasional night/weekend outreach and events

Skills

Customer service

Financial aid advising

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Fairfield University in Fairfield, CT seeks a Financial Aid Counselor to support the Enrollment Management team. You will advise students and parents on financial aid eligibility, verify files, and participate in outreach programs to promote financial literacy.

The role includes managing a caseload, awarding and adjusting aid according to policy, and presenting outcomes during peak enrollment seasons; occasional evenings and weekends may be required to support events and deadlines.