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Financial Aid AdvisorFinancial Aid Advisor Position Information Position Title: Financial Aid AdvisorDepartment: Financial AidPosting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/57350 Job Type: Full-TimePosting Detail Information Position Summary
The University at Buffalo (UB)
Financial Aid department is seeking a
Financial Aid Advisor . In this position you will serve as the primary contact for the universitys prospective and enrolled student population. This position provides enrolled students with financial aid advising services and includes working with parents of the students through workshops and outreach.
As a Financial Advisor, you will:
Make nancial aid decisions based on information reported on the student application and recommend nancial programs within established laws and guidelines. Certify nancial aid eligibility and authorize nancial aid awards for payment. Be accountable for ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Generate reports to verify and reconcile nancial aid data. Advise students and parents regarding the management of the students personal nances. Develop and implement nancial aid workshops and outreach programs for students and parents. Interact with other student service departments and other business oces to ensure that the nancial needs of students are met and make necessary referrals to other student service oce. Participate in nancial aid and enrollment events, including night and weekend events.
This position is campus based and oce hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
We invite individuals to apply whose perspectives and experiences will enrich and strengthen our organization. The Financial Aid department serves a diverse constituency of patrons, and our employees, services and policies strive to honor and reflect this diversity. We encourage candidates who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment to apply.About the Financial Aid Office
The mission of the University at Buffalos Financial Aid Office is to facilitate access to education, actively contributing to the recruitment and retention endeavors of the university. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment by providing essential financial support to students. Our commitment extends to ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, thereby upholding the integrity and ethical standards of our financial assistance programs. Through these efforts, we aim to empower students to pursue their educational aspirations and contribute to the long-term success of our university community. For further information, please visit us our
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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors degree with 2 years of experience. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of the requirement Exceptional interpersonal communication skills (oral and written) with a highly developed degree of tact and diplomacy exhibiting understanding, appreciation and respect for all individuals in a diverse environment Strong working knowledge of MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Possess high attention to detail and display accuracy in all areas of responsibility Possess and display a high-level of customer service to all constituents Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without visa sponsorship. Please do not apply if you cannot satisfy this requirement Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree Higher education experience Physical Demands Salary Range Special Instructions Summary Is a background check required for this posting? Contact Information Contact's Name: Brian HinesContact's Pronouns: Contact's Title: Human Resources OfficerContact's Email: hines@buffalo.eduContact's Phone: 716-645-7751Posting Dates Posted: 05/30/2025Deadline for Applicants: Date to be filled: 07/17/2025
