Financial Aid Counselor

Posting Details

Posting Details


Job Title
Financial Aid Counselor


Posting Number
S01434P


Type of Appointment
FTF; Full-Time Fixed


Posting Category
Office/Paraprofessional

Funding Information


MSU Salary Grade
550


Salary Range for Job Posting

Recruitment Recommendations


Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position
09/16/2026


Open Date
08/27/2026


Close Date
09/10/2026


Open Until Filled
Yes

Position details


Advertisement Wording


Financial Aid at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Financial Aid Counselor. The anticipated start date is September 16, 2026.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Financial Aid Counselor provides the day-to-day counseling and processing functions to ensure the accurate and timely processing of financial aid. The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling students and families, awarding, reporting, and reconciliation of various financial aid programs. The Financial Aid Counselor Analyst must be familiar with university, state, and federal financial aid regulations and procedures.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree and demonstrated experience in customer service and problem solving. Must have ability to counsel with students, parents, and other individuals on matters regarding financial aid programs. Financial Aid experience preferred. Experience and technical expertise with mainframe and micro-computers. Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to work autonomously.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree preferred. Financial Aid, Student Services, Student Account or related background preferred.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.


Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a cover letter, resume, and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by September 10, 2026. Contact the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Tosha Binion, the search committee chair, at View email address on click.appcast.io for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer.


Organizational Relationships


Reports to the Director, Financial Aid & Scholarships. The Office of Financial Aid is part of Division of Student Success . Communication with various other university personnel frequent. The relationship with the Office of Enrollment Services is especially necessary.

Physical Requirements

Working Conditions


Work is characterized by need for operating additional hours beyond normal workweek. Work can be pressure oriented to high degree of accountability. Team approach to managing mission of the Office of Financial Aid and Enrollment Services. Person must be self-directed in accomplishing job functions.

Special Information/Instructions to Applicants