Financial Aid Advisor

🇺🇸 Hybrid - Irvine, California 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $29 - $51 per Hour 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ October 30th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

University of California, Irvine is hiring a Financial Aid Advisor. The role involves advising students and parents on various financial aid programs, interpreting policies and regulations, analyzing student data for eligibility, and processing financial aid documents independently under general supervision.

Highlights

Advise students and parents on University, Federal, and State financial aid programs, student budgets, and fee payments.
Interpret and apply financial aid policies, procedures, and federal regulations.
Analyze and verify documentation such as IRS, DHS, and Social Security records to determine aid eligibility.
Process documents for initial and follow-up evaluations of student financial aid files.
Basic knowledge required in financial aid policies, student loan programs, and University procedures.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, with 1-3 years related experience.
Preferred skills include proficiency with office software, complex databases, financial planning/billing systems, and content management software.
Hourly pay range starts at $29.47 with potential up to $50.69.
Occasional nights and weekends required; hybrid position with on-site availability needed.
Must complete a US Department of Justice background check prior to employment.