Financial Aid Counselor II

🇺🇸 Downtown, TX 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $43K - $47K 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ March 1st, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is hiring a Financial Aid Counselor II. The role involves assisting prospective and current students with acquiring and maintaining financial aid by verifying application information, reviewing student progress, suspending aid when necessary, and communicating with students about their financial aid status.

Highlights

Complete verification process for student financial aid applications using FAFSA and IRS Tax Transcripts.
Review ISIR files for processing in PeopleSoft.
Evaluate Satisfactory Academic Plan appeals and monitor student progress.
Suspend financial aid for students not meeting academic progress requirements.
Communicate with students via email, phone, or in person regarding financial aid status.
Perform reporting and data queries related to financial aid.
Proficiency in MS Office and PeopleSoft required.
Must understand federal and state financial aid regulations and Department of Education resources (e.g., COD, NSLDS, FAA Access).
Require a bachelor's degree and at least three years of related experience.
Salary range: $43,001 - $47,428.