Financial Aid Advisor

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 university’s 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 financial aid decisions based on information reported on the student application and recommend financial programs within established laws and guidelines.
• Certify financial aid eligibility and authorize financial aid awards for payment.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in designated federal, state and/or institutional financial aid programs.
• Be accountable for ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
• Generate reports to verify and reconcile financial aid data.
• Advise students and parents regarding the management of the student’s personal finances.
• Participate in financial aid workshops and outreach programs for students and parents.
• Interact with other student service departments and other business offices to ensure that the financial needs of students are met and make necessary referrals to other student service offices.
• Participate in financial aid and enrollment events, including night and weekend events.
• Engage in scheduled and self-directed professional development activities.

This position is campus based and office hours are Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Evenings and weekends as needed.

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.

The mission of the University at Buffalo’s 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 our website
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• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well‑being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.

The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer ( EOE ) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of work 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 required including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Exceedingly well organized.
• 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 authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

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