University Financial Aid Advisor

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 55,845 - 75,555; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine is seeking an experienced Financial Aid Counselor to determine award allocations and advise students on aid options. You will interpret regulations, counsel on sensitive cases, and help develop office policies.

The role requires strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with a focus on accuracy and student service. Position emphasizes independent work under supervision, adherence to privacy, and collaboration with enrollment management.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of policies, regulations, and practices for awarding financial aid.
• Advising and counseling techniques for students on aid options.
• Ability to interpret policies and develop compliant procedures.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when calculating aid awards.
• Strong organizational skills to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication with staff, students and families.

Responsibilities

• Determine appropriate allocation of financial aid awards and authorize exceptions.
• Provide individualized counseling on non-routine aid issues in a timely, professional manner.
• Explain and interpret federal, state, and university aid rules to students and families.
• Analyze regulations and contribute to policy development for administering aid.
• Coordinate multiple complex projects and maintain data security and confidentiality.

Skills

Financial aid policies knowledge

Advising and counseling techniques

Policy interpretation and compliance

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Customer service orientation

Multi-tasking and deadline management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

Databases

Office software

University systems

Job description

UC Irvine is seeking an experienced Financial Aid Counselor to determine award allocations and advise students on aid options. You will interpret regulations, counsel on sensitive cases, and help develop office policies.

The role requires strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills, with a focus on accuracy and student service. Position emphasizes independent work under supervision, adherence to privacy, and collaboration with enrollment management.