Senior Financial Aid & Scholarships Advisor

University of Missouri-Saint Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Missouri-St. Louis seeks a Senior Student Support Specialist to lead and coordinate programs within the student support system, focusing on financial aid and scholarship administration.

The role advises students and families on aid options, develops financial literacy resources, and prepares program reports. The position collaborates with internal departments and external partners to ensure accurate, timely student services and data integrity.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience with at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Preferred qualifications include prior financial aid experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate one or more major federal and/or institutional financial aid programs in accordance with applicable requirements and established procedures.
• Review and analyze student information, determine financial need and eligibility, and award financial assistance.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of financial aid processes, programs, and requirements to support accurate and timely administration.
• Coordinate financial aid records and data-processing activities, as assigned, to promote accurate information and effective program operations.
• Advise students, prospective students, and parents or families regarding financial aid programs, eligibility, application requirements, awards, and available resources.
• Meet individually with students to discuss finances, financial aid options, and strategies for addressing educational costs.
• Provide responsive, student-centered service to individuals visiting or contacting the office and explain detailed information in a clear and accessible manner.
• Manage the awarding and distribution of scholarships and related notifications.
• Serve as a liaison among students, campus departments, and other stakeholders to coordinate scholarship processes and resolve issues.
• Review scholarship information and records for completeness, accuracy, and alignment with established criteria.
• Develop, implement, and maintain a financial literacy program that supports student understanding of personal finances and educational costs.
• Create or coordinate educational resources, presentations, and outreach activities related to financial literacy and financial aid.
• Evaluate program needs and identify opportunities to improve student engagement and effectiveness.
• Prepare reports reflecting the status, activity, and outcomes of assigned financial aid and scholarship programs.
• Research and analyze complex or atypical data, identify key issues and patterns, and communicate findings to appropriate stakeholders.
• Recommend financial aid policies and operating procedures, as appropriate, and use discretion to modify work practices or processes to improve efficiency and results.
• Plan, organize, and coordinate work to support the quality, timeliness, and effectiveness of the team.

Job description

University of Missouri-St. Louis seeks a Senior Student Support Specialist to lead and coordinate programs within the student support system, focusing on financial aid and scholarship administration.

The role advises students and families on aid options, develops financial literacy resources, and prepares program reports. The position collaborates with internal departments and external partners to ensure accurate, timely student services and data integrity.