Financial Aid Advisor

Your Role on the Team

The Financial Aid Advisor applies professional financial aid concepts to a limited number of aid functions. The role includes interpreting standard policies, procedures, and regulations, advising students and parents on university, federal, and state financial aid programs, confirming documentation eligibility, and processing documents for initial and follow-up evaluations of student files.

• Basic knowledge of financial aid policies, regulations, and practices.
• Basic knowledge of student loan programs and federal loan processing systems.
• Basic understanding of university policies, processes, and procedures.
• Basic knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
• Ability to apply policy knowledge to individual student situations.
• Problem‑identification and critical‑thinking skills.
• Accurate calculation of financial aid with strong attention to detail.
• Organizational skills and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, active listening, and customer‑service orientation.
• Ability to assess processes and recommend improvements; strong interpersonal skills.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.

• Proficiency with standard office, internet, and email applications.
• Knowledge of common university‑specific computer applications.
• Experience using complex databases.
• Experience with student financial planning or billing systems.
• Experience using content‑management software.

• Occasional or seasonal nights and weekends.
• Must complete and pass a U.S. Department of Justice background check.
• Onsite availability required; hybrid schedule possible after training.

Hourly pay range: $28.07 – $28.07.
Additional benefits include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to various discounts and perks.

• Background Check and Live Scan.
• Employment Misconduct.
• Legal right to work in the United States.
• Vaccination policies.
• Smoking and tobacco policy.
• Drug‑free environment.
• Misconduct disclosure requirements as detailed in the employment conditions.
• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.
• E‑Verify.
• Pre‑placement health evaluation.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.