Monterey Bay Financial Aid Counselor - On-Site

The California State University; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium benefits package

Housing near campus

15 paid holidays

Job summary

California State University, Monterey Bay is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to join the Financial Aid Office. The role involves evaluating aid eligibility, explaining the aid process, and counseling prospective, current, and alumni students and families in person, by phone, and via email.

Requirements include a four-year degree and about two years of professional experience in student services; a master’s degree may substitute.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job‑related field.
• Two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field; a master’s degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate information to determine eligibility for specific financial aid; explain the award cycle and communicate with students/parents.
• Provide counseling to prospective, current and alumni students and families via email, phone and in person.
• Develop and conduct financial aid presentations to on-campus and off-campus constituents throughout the year, including weekends.

Skills

Advising

Communication

Group presentations

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in behavioral sciences/public administration

Job description

California State University, Monterey Bay is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to join the Financial Aid Office. The role involves evaluating aid eligibility, explaining the aid process, and counseling prospective, current, and alumni students and families in person, by phone, and via email.

Requirements include a four-year degree and about two years of professional experience in student services; a master’s degree may substitute.