Financial Aid Officer
Position Title
Financial Aid Officer
Job Category
Academic Staff
Employment Type
Regular
Job Duties
The University of Wisconsin-Parkside Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid actively participates in serving prospective and current students and their families through financial aid related services.
Financial Aid officers provide counseling for prospective and current students (and their parents when applicable) regarding available sources of financial aid.
Ability to present comprehensive financial aid information to individuals and groups is strongly desired.
Financial Aid Officers will maintain an understanding of the federal needs analysis, financial aid application process, and federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies.
Participation in training through national and state financial aid organization membership, UW System, and the Department of Education is supported and encouraged for team members.
Flexibility to work additional hours during peak demand, and occasional weekend and evening events.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Represent UW-Parkside Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid at university events and events off campus (Events include presentations, assisting with FAFSA filing, serving as a representative at resource tables, or other duties as needed)
- Provide counseling to students and families about financial aid process, paperwork, budgeting, and payment
- Aid in collecting of paperwork, explaining requirements, and reviewing documentation
- Review financial aid applications, and assist with the processing of awarding various aid programs
- Audit financial aid applications for awarding financial aid to qualifying students according to established policies and in compliance with federal and state regulations
- Maintain regulatory compliance with federal and state regulations related to financial aid and student data
- May hire, train, and supervise student employees
- Serve as a point of contact to third party stakeholders about financial aid information and processes
- Aid in collecting, preparing, and analyzing financial aid data for stakeholders
Key Job Responsibilities
- Triage processes or applications if issues arise
- Award financial aid to qualifying students
- Audits financial aid applications for awarding financial aid to qualifying students according to established policies and in compliance with federal and state regulations
Department Scholarships and Financial Aid
Compensation: $48,000/annually
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience using Microsoft Office Suite—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Strong presentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using a student information system (People Soft, Banner, Ellucian, etc.)
- Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations
- 1+ year experience working in higher education
How To Apply
For full consideration, please submit your application with your resume and cover letter no later than July 22nd, 2026. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This organization will not sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.
Contact Information
If you have questions about the position or the application process, please reach out to Kristina Klemens at klemens@uwp.edu or at 262-595-2004.
Legal Notices and Important Information
It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. (see TC1 - App. 4 and p. 12)
Reasonable Accommodations
It is the policy of UW-Parkside to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 262-595-2204.
Transcript Requirement
Please note: Transcriptions will be required upon hire.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies.