Financial Aid Advisor (2 positions)
Company:
Ohio University
Job Location:
Athens, 45701-2979
Category:
Financial Aid
Type:
Full-Time
Business Title
Financial Aid Advisor (2 positions)
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and be prepared to attach required documents. For references, please include names and current contact information of three professional references. References will be used with discretion late in the process.
Position will remain open until filled; for full consideration apply by the posting closing date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016327T
Department Summary
Advise prospective and current students and parents through in-person and virtual appointments and correspond daily by phone and email. Serve as part of the Client Services team supporting outreach to students and mass communications. Assist with materials preparation for recruitment and yield events, and serve as primary advisor serving orientation programs. Assist with administrative process overflow. Process various financial aid reports and complete accurate and timely PeopleSoft updates accordingly.
Position Profile
Provides financial aid counseling to applicants, students, and parents and assists with financial aid applications. Analyzes financial needs and eligibility for financial aid. Makes decisions to award funds to students eligible for scholarships, grants, and work-study programs. Ensures the effective and compliant processing of student financial aid applications.
Level Summary
Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.
Fiscal Responsibilities
May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.
Problem Solving
Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.
Independence of Action
Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in related field
Department
Student Financial Aid
Pay Rate: The starting salary range is is $43,888-$45,837 dependent on education and prior experience. Employees enjoy a generous benefits package such as paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, transgender care, flextime and flexplace policies, counseling and mental health care, access to professional development programs and more. Additional information is available at .
Total Compensation Estimator (For Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees)
15
Pay Range
$43,888.00-$62,459.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Job Family
Enrollment Services
Job Sub Family
Financial Aid
Job Level
IC3
Job Open Date
04/27/2026
Posting End Date: 05/25/2026
Planning Unit: Vice President Enrollment Management
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8-5; however, candidates must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends if necessary. Fully in person.
Months
12 month
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40
Expected duration of assignment
ongoing
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Hannah Mathson; mathson@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Clery Act Statistics
To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report !
Financial Aid Advisor (2 positions)
Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the online application and be prepared to attach required documents. For references, please include names and current contact information of three professional references. References will be used with discretion late in the process.
Position will remain open until filled; for full consideration apply by the posting closing date.
This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.
Posting Number: 2016327T
Department Summary
Advise prospective and current students and parents through in-person and virtual appointments and correspond daily by phone and email. Serve as part of the Client Services team supporting outreach to students and mass communications. Assist with materials preparation for recruitment and yield events, and serve as primary advisor serving orientation programs. Assist with administrative process overflow. Process various financial aid reports and complete accurate and timely PeopleSoft updates accordingly.
Position Profile
Provides financial aid counseling to applicants, students, and parents and assists with financial aid applications. Analyzes financial needs and eligibility for financial aid. Makes decisions to award funds to students eligible for scholarships, grants, and work-study programs. Ensures the effective and compliant processing of student financial aid applications.
Level Summary
Manages and resolves complex and ambiguous issues. Works on both strategic and operational challenges, addressing problems that require advanced knowledge and experience. Often takes on leadership roles in projects or initiatives.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Provides mentorship and guidance to team. Infrequently has a limited number of direct reports.
Fiscal Responsibilities
May have budgetary responsibility for small-scale projects or initiatives.
Problem Solving
Solves complex problems, often with limited guidance.
Independence of Action
Works independently; seeks guidance for unusual situations.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with team members and external departments. May represent the team in meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements
This role is primarily desk-based and involves extensive use of desktop computers. Occasionally, the job may require travel to attend meetings and programs.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 or more years of related professional experience, or equivalent education and experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in related field
Department
Student Financial Aid
Pay Rate: The starting salary range is is $43,888-$45,837 dependent on education and prior experience. Employees enjoy a generous benefits package such as paid holidays, sick time, personal time, a tuition waiver up to 100% for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan with up to a 14% company contribution, a 12-week parental leave program, adoption reimbursement, transgender care, flextime and flexplace policies, counseling and mental health care, access to professional development programs and more. Additional information is available at .
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Pay Grade15
Pay Range
$43,888.00-$62,459.00
FLSA Status
Exempt
Job Category: Administrative at-will appointment
Job Family
Enrollment Services
Job Sub Family
Financial Aid
Job Level
IC3
Job Open Date
04/27/2026
Posting End Date: 05/25/2026
Planning Unit: Vice President Enrollment Management
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8-5; however, candidates must be willing to work evenings and/or weekends if necessary. Fully in person.
Months
12 month
Campus: Athens
Expected hours worked per week
40
Expected duration of assignment
ongoing
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Hannah Mathson; mathson@ohio.edu
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio university is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio university is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
Clery Act Statistics
To view the Clery Act Annual Safety and Fire Report !
