Financial Aid Advisor

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About Buffalo State

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Faculty/Professional Professional

Department Financial Aid Office

Local Title Scholarship Coordinator

Budget Title Financial Aid Advisor

Rank SL-3

Line Number TBD

Salary Range Competitive

FTE Full-Time

Negotiating Unit UUP

FLSA Exempt

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Brief Job Description

Internal applications are being accepted for the position of Financial Aid Advisor/Scholarship Coordinator in the Financial Aid Office. This is an internal job posting limited to active employees at SUNY Buffalo State who are currently paid from any state-appropriated-funds payroll.

The Financial Aid Advisor provides comprehensive advising to students and families on federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs, assessing financial need and determining eligibility through phone, email, in-person appointments, and service counter support. This role leads the administration of institutionally and donor-funded scholarships, ensuring timely, accurate processing in alignment with donor gift agreements and regulatory requirements. The position develops and maintains efficient scholarship processes, supports and optimizes the campus scholarship systems and serves as a liaison with academic units, Institutional Advancement, and other campus partners. Additionally, the role supports the university’s mission through outreach and engagement activities such as open houses, orientations, financial aid presentations, and committee service, while continuously identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree

• Progressive experience with student software systems

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Demonstrated experience building collaborative relationships within a complex environment. The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent written and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations

Anticipated Date of Hire 06/22/2026

Priority Review Date 05/22/2026

Application Deadline Date 05/22/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

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Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Background Investigation Statement

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at

Clery Statement

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New York State Executive Order 161

Pursuant to Executive Order 161 ( , no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at View phone number on click.appcast.io or via email at View email address on click.appcast.io. Further restrictions on using salary information in the hiring process appear in Labor Law §194-a ( .

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Buffalo State website

• Buffalo News

• Buffalo Rocket

• Challenger

• Chronicle of Higher Education

• HigherEdJobs

• Panorama Hispano News

• Employee Referral

• Other

• • All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment.

• I agree to comply with the college's policy.

• I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)

• This is an internal search and is limited to those employees at Buffalo State University who are currently paid from any State-appropriated funds payroll (i.e., State Funds, Income Fund Reimbursable, Residence Halls, Summer Session). Employees of the Research Foundation and the Buffalo State University Foundation are NOT State employees. Are you an employee at Buffalo State University paid from a State-appropriated funds payroll?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume / Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

• Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents