Financial Aid Advisor

The position advises students concerning financial aid programs, application procedures, budget development, debt management and the effective use of student financial resources available for meeting the costs associated with an associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctorate, or professional degree program at Kansas State University. Possess extensive knowledge about the university financial aid programs, policies, procedures and student support services. Interprets student needs and provides individualized service and assistance while maintaining confidentiality. The position supports the Office of Student Financial Assistance's mission of providing equitable access to available federal, state, and institutional forms of financial assistance.

The staff members in the Office of Student Financial Assistance serve students and their families at every step of the journey while at Kansas State University to guide students through the scholarship and financial aid process.

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and four years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in conducting advising/counseling sessions
• Experience leading presentations (large or small groups)
• Strong computer and software skills (ie. Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Experience working in a financial aid office or administrative position at a college/university
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business or other program of study may be substituted
• Experience with Oracle's Campus Solutions (formerly PeopleSoft) or other student information system

Additional Role Information:

• Individuals may not be in default on a federal student loan and or owe an overpayment on a federal student grant - to ensure that the individual may be issued access to various US Department of Education databases critical to carrying out job duties.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

Applications close on: February 20,2026

$42,216 - $53,819