Financial Aid Counselor I

🇺🇸 Doña Ana, NM 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $44K - $55K 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ June 28th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

DACC Dona Ana CC is hiring a Financial Aid Counselor I. The role involves advising students and families on financial aid options, managing awards, ensuring compliance with regulations, conducting research on aid-related issues, and coordinating administrative tasks to support student access to funding and success.

Highlights

Advise students and parents on financial aid options and FAFSA completion.
Manage financial aid awards, appeals, loan processing, and specialized aid programs.
Conduct research using systems like NSLDS and COD to resolve aid-related issues.
Collaborate with departments, develop policies, and participate in outreach activities.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies.
Required education: Associate's degree plus 2 years relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree.
Preferred qualifications include financial aid or higher education experience and Spanish proficiency for effective community engagement.
Compensation ranges from $43,908.80 to $54,885.74, commensurate with qualifications.
Work involves office setting with occasional standing, walking, and minimal physical effort.
This is a full-time exempt staff position without bargaining unit affiliation.