Student Financial Aid Counselor – Onsite, Full-Time

Chaffey College; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Chaffey College in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to develop aid packages for eligible students under federal/state rules. You will screen applications, perform need analysis, and collaborate with students on eligibility and aid options.

The role requires strong analytical skills, confidentiality, and the ability to manage work of student assistants, with a focus on accuracy and compliance in a busy financial aid office.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing eligibility for student aid programs.
• Perform need analysis calculations using Federal Methodology and maintain records.
• Maintain confidentiality and assist diverse students in achieving goals.
• Strong written and verbal communication; work with a wide team of staff and students.
• Experience supervising student assistants and coordinating tasks.

Responsibilities

• Screen aid applications and documentation for accuracy and continued eligibility.
• Develop aid packages combining loans, grants, and work-study to meet needs.
• Provide information on aid programs and assist with completing applications.
• Certify eligibility for EOP&S and refer as needed.
• Prepare financial and narrative reports; suggest policy improvements.
• Direct the work of student assistants and communicate with stakeholders.
• Perform related duties and represent Financial Aid professionally.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Need analysis

Confidentiality

Oral and written communication

Supervising student assistants

Customer service for diverse students

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Student database systems

Job description

Chaffey College in Rancho Cucamonga, CA is seeking a Financial Aid Advisor to develop aid packages for eligible students under federal/state rules. You will screen applications, perform need analysis, and collaborate with students on eligibility and aid options.

The role requires strong analytical skills, confidentiality, and the ability to manage work of student assistants, with a focus on accuracy and compliance in a busy financial aid office.