Hybrid Financial Aid Advisor for Student Access

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

UC Irvine seeks a Financial Aid Advisor to help students and families navigate federal, state, and university financial aid programs. The role analyzes student data, verifies documentation, and processes aid eligibility evaluations.

This is a hybrid position with on-site days to be determined. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, knowledge of aid policies, and strong counseling and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of policies for awarding financial aid.
• Knowledge of student loan programs, funding processes, Federal regulations.
• Familiarity with University policies and procedures.
• Strong advising and counseling techniques.
• Ability to apply policy to individual situations.
• Problem identification and attention to accuracy in calculations.
• Organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; 1-3 years related experience.

Responsibilities

• Advise students and parents on all aspects of financial aid.
• Analyze student data and verify documentation for eligibility for aid programs.
• Process documents for initial and follow-up evaluation of student files.

Skills

Policy interpretation

Counseling skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data verification

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Student information systems

Content management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

UC Irvine seeks a Financial Aid Advisor to help students and families navigate federal, state, and university financial aid programs. The role analyzes student data, verifies documentation, and processes aid eligibility evaluations.

This is a hybrid position with on-site days to be determined. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, knowledge of aid policies, and strong counseling and communication skills.