Student Financial Aid Outreach Advisor

Opt For Healthy Living; Monterey (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation benefits

Health, dental and vision plans

CalPERS retirement

15 paid holidays

Housing near campus

Job summary

CSUMB is seeking a Financial Aid Outreach Counselor to support outreach and enrollment efforts. The role involves representing the Office of Financial Aid at on-campus and community events, delivering presentations, and assisting prospective and continuing students with financial aid information to promote access and enrollment.

The candidate will provide counseling via email, telephone, and in-person appointments, and collaborate with Enrollment Management and Admissions to meet institutional

Qualifications

• Education 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 a student services program or related field; master’s degree may substitute for one year.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate financial aid applicants to determine eligibility and explain the award process.
• Represent the Financial Aid Office at on- and off-campus recruitment events and lead outreach initiatives.
• Provide financial aid counseling to prospective, current, and alumni students and families via email, phone, and in-person appointments.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Advising

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in behavioral sciences/public/admin

Job description

CSUMB is seeking a Financial Aid Outreach Counselor to support outreach and enrollment efforts. The role involves representing the Office of Financial Aid at on-campus and community events, delivering presentations, and assisting prospective and continuing students with financial aid information to promote access and enrollment.

The candidate will provide counseling via email, telephone, and in-person appointments, and collaborate with Enrollment Management and Admissions to meet institutional