Student Financial Aid Advisor - Impactful Campus Role

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The University at Buffalo’s Financial Aid Office is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to serve as the primary contact for prospective and enrolled students, including engaging with parents through workshops and outreach.

You will decide aid eligibility, certify awards, and ensure compliance with federal regulations while collaborating with other campus offices. The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a commitment to diversity and equity in financial aid services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of work experience or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal communication, tact and diplomacy in diverse environments.
• Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and high levels of organization and attention to detail.
• Authorized to work in the United States by start date; University at Buffalo does not guarantee sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Make financial aid decisions based on information reported on the student application and recommend financial programs within established laws and guidelines.
• Certify financial aid eligibility and authorize financial aid awards for payment.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in designated federal, state and/or institutional financial aid programs.
• Be accountable for ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
• Generate reports to verify and reconcile financial aid data.
• Advise students and parents regarding the management of the student’s personal finances.
• Participate in financial aid workshops and outreach programs for students and parents.
• Interact with other student service departments and other business offices to ensure that the financial needs of students are met and make necessary referrals to other student service offices.
• Participate in financial aid and enrollment events, including night and weekend events.
• Engage in scheduled and self-directed professional development activities.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of work experience

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The University at Buffalo’s Financial Aid Office is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to serve as the primary contact for prospective and enrolled students, including engaging with parents through workshops and outreach.

You will decide aid eligibility, certify awards, and ensure compliance with federal regulations while collaborating with other campus offices. The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a commitment to diversity and equity in financial aid services.