Student Financial Advisor
Company: Smith Chason College
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: JOB TITLE : Student
Financial Advisor STATUS: Hourly/Non-Exempt TYPE: On Campus REPORTS
TO: Director of Financial Aid PURPOSE The Student Financial Advisor
is responsible for the administration and coordination of Federal,
State, and Institutional Aid Programs and the management and
services of the School’s Financial Aid Office. The individual in
this role will assess the financial needs of students and advises
on financial aid options, processes, and requirements. The Student
Financial Advisor is accountable for ensuring prospective and
continuing students have all the tools and information they need to
successfully complete the financial aid process. The Student
Financial Advisor plays a significant role in supporting the
mission and goals of the school. The individual in this role will
actively engage with prospective and continuing students by
creating a friendly and positive environment in a virtual financial
aid process. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Provide guidance and instructions
to students and parents (if applicable) for requesting an FSA ID
and completing the online FAFSA application Gives students an
estimated financial plan and budgeting guidance Ability to package
prospective students in a timely and independent manner Educate,
support and manage the financial aid process for students Evaluates
students' academic progress to ensure students stay eligible for
their financial aid program(s) Determine eligibility and process
Smith Chason scholarship applications Regularly and consistently
follow up with prospective students via phone calls, text messages
and emails when necessary Quickly respond to requests for
information and provide assistance Ability to repackage continuing
students in a timely and independent manner Attend appropriate
weekly staff meetings Detailed, accurate and timely documentation
of all student communication in Institution’s SIS Ensure all
expected funding is received to clear students for externship and
for graduation Keep current on all programs offered and continually
seek to enhance program/school knowledge Collaborate with other
departments in a positive and productive manner to ensure a
student-first environment Adhere to all State and Accrediting
Agencies regulations Additional duties as assigned by Corporate
Director of Financial Aid / Campus Director
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES Minimum of two years previous
experience in a Private Post Secondary Financial Aid position
Knowledge and understanding of Federal and State regulations
pertaining to Title IV Funding Strong technical skills including
computer applications/programs, internet research, database
management, and analytical skills Ability to prioritize,
multi-task, perform well under pressure, and meet deadlines
Essential qualities: positive attitude, strong desire to help
others, self-driven nature, confidence, and results-oriented Be
able to effectively collaborate with other team members to meet
daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly campus objectives Other
necessary character traits include being a team player and having
the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written
Always behave in a professional manner in way of appearance,
demeanor, and attitude Consistently display the highest levels of
integrity in all that is done PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ WORKING
CONDITIONS The physical demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions Must be able to remain in a stationary position
for prolonged periods of time Can independently move objects up to
25 lbs. Sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate a
computer keyboard, other office machinery, and perform repetitive
motions Must have sufficient hearing and speaking ability to
communicate in person or on the phone/computer with others Must be
able to occasionally function in activities that include walking,
bending, squatting, and reaching CULTURE OF CARE Culture of Care is
our commitment to create a supportive environment in which every
student can achieve their educational and career goals. Culture of
Care encourages one-on-one relationships. Creating a culture that
focuses on the student and their wellness. This includes
understanding the student's complex lives. It is about creating a
school where everyone feels welcomed by: Creating a sense of
community in all interactions and communications with students
Identifying problem areas and offering assistance Opening up safe
conversations for cooperative solutions Holding students to
standards and goals that will ultimately make them successful in
their careers Requirements:
Keywords: Smith Chason College, Riverside , Student Financial Advisor, Education / Teaching , Los Angeles, California
