Financial Aid Counselor

Job Information

Job No: 495276

Work Type: Staff Full-time

Location: UMBC Campus

Category: Business/Finance

Student Fin Wellness & Assistance

The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling and advising current and prospective students and their families on the federal, state and institutional financial aid programs, assisting with the removal of barriers to receive educational funding.

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $47,500 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full‑time roles. Tuition remission is also available. A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Wellness opportunities
• Much more

• Counseling and advising current and prospective students and their families on the federal, state and institutional financial aid programs.
• Assisting with removal of barriers to receive educational funding.
• Providing information on policies, procedures, and eligibility of financial aid programs.
• Analyzing and processing student financial aid records including federal verification, certification of loans, awarding grants, evaluating/reviewing student files, and reconciling student accounts.
• Participating in orientation programs, outreach and awareness events on and off campus.
• Assigned as lead for one or more financial aid programs and performing other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree

• Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to adapt to a fast‑paced environment.
• Customer service experience is helpful, but not required.

Salary: $47, depending on qualifications and experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Hours:

Full time
Type:
Regular
FLSA Status:
Exempt

UMBC is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at  or MD TTY Relay Service between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.

Advertised:
Jun 9 2026 09:00 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
Open Until Filled