Financial Aid Advisor

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

. Serve as a direct liaison to the College of Dentistry .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeColumbus • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $47,700 - $49,740 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial aid counseling, compliance with federal and state regulations, and effective communication with diverse student populations. Capable of managing complex financial aid operations and developing outreach resources to enhance student support.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Financial Aid CounselingRegulatory CompliancePublic SpeakingComplex Case ManagementTeam Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Financial Aid PoliciesBudgetingDebt ManagementApplication ProcessingAward AdjustmentsVerificationDisbursement OversightPolicy DevelopmentData AnalysisRecord Maintenance

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationAttention to DetailMentorshipCollaboration

Industry Keywords

Federal RegulationsState RegulationsInstitutional AidOSU PoliciesDiversity AwarenessStudent Support ServicesHRSA Loan ReportingFinancial Aid EnvironmentOutreach ResourcesProcess Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a direct liaison to the College of Dentistry
Provide specialized financial aid counseling and expert guidance to students and parents regarding eligibility, applications, and debt management
Manage financial aid for all Dentistry students
Interpret federal, state, and institutional regulations and ensure compliance
Independently counsel students and parents on financial aid applications, eligibility, budgeting, debt management, and funding strategies
Handle complex financial aid cases, troubleshoot issues, and ensure regulatory compliance
Manage applications, verification, award adjustments, appeals, and disbursement oversight
Process award revisions, scholarships, and student appeals
Oversee awarding, packaging, and revision of federal, state, and institutional aid
Analyze financial aid eligibility and funding strategies for professional students
Ensure proper disbursement and reconciliation of funds
Conduct process reviews, maintain records, support reporting, and complete annual HRSA loan operating reports
Partner with leadership to enhance financial aid services and advocate for professional students
Lead presentations and represent Student Financial Aid in Dentistry initiatives
Develop outreach resources, website content, presentations, and communications for Dental students
Provide guidance and informal mentorship to less experienced colleagues
Contribute to policy development and process improvements
Work in person at both the College of Dentistry and Student Financial Aid Office locations, with the position split 60/40

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
4 years of relevant experience required
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative team environment
Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies
Ability to work occasional weekends and evenings to support College of Dentistry events
Advanced degree in a relevant field desired
Experience in a financial aid environment highly desired
Knowledge of federal, state, and OSU regulations, policies, and procedures desired
Demonstrated public speaking and counseling skills desired
Ability to work with students and parents from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds desired
Ability to work independently, manage complex financial aid operations, and interpret federal regulations desired
Cover letter and resume required
Successful completion of a background check required for final candidates

Benefits

Comp & perks

40 scheduled hours per week
Hybrid work arrangement
Professional development activities
Regular position
First shift
Potential drug screen or physical during the post-offer process