Student Financial Aid Advisor - Scholarships & Access

University of San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

University of San Francisco in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to guide students and families through federal, state, and institutional aid programs. You will analyze need, verify data, package aid, certify loan eligibility, and help resolve issues while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

The role requires strong English, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, collaborate with campus partners, and support scholarship administration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 2 years of experience in financial aid or higher education preferred.
• Working knowledge of Title IV regulations.
• Strong English communication, both written and spoken.
• Ability to manage multiple complex tasks with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students and parents on financial aid options and programs.
• Conduct need analysis, verifications, and packaging of aid.
• Coordinate scholarship awarding and maintain scholarship sites.
• Prepare and review federal loan eligibility and professional judgments.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations and university policies.
• Collaborate across departments to assist with aid processes and outreach.

Skills

English proficiency

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Organization

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Job description

University of San Francisco in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Financial Aid Counselor to guide students and families through federal, state, and institutional aid programs. You will analyze need, verify data, package aid, certify loan eligibility, and help resolve issues while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

The role requires strong English, excellent communication, and the ability to manage multiple tasks, collaborate with campus partners, and support scholarship administration