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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 Financial Aid Advisor

Budget Title Financial Aid Advisor

Rank SL-3

Line Number 20874

Salary Range $57,151 - $64,000

FTE Full-Time

Negotiating Unit UUP

FLSA Exempt

Department Website

https://financialaid.buffalostate.edu/

Brief Job Description

Administer the NYS TAP program under close supervision of a senior staff member. Process financial aid; provide counseling; complete consortium agreements and monitor students that participate in national, international, and FIT programs. Complete requests for Exchange and Study Abroad students within established timeframe. Advises students and parents of the financial aid process and provides alternative sources of financial assistance to meet university costs. Will work the service counter, answer office emails and phones, and assist support staff as needed. Serves as a financial aid presenter at internal and external events. Assist with maintaining the Financial Aid Department’s website and ensure that the Consumer Report is updated annually in accordance with Title IV compliance

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite

+ Familiar with Banner or similar Student Information System, HESCWeb, DegreeWorks, NSLDS and COD

+ Current working knowledge of federal and New York State financial aid regulations

+ Strong interpersonal, quantitative, administrative, and analytical skills

+ Experience with financial aid systems

+ Ability to work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and staff and contribute to the enrollment management efforts at the university

Preferred Qualifications

+ Master’s degree

Anticipated Date of Hire 09/01/2025

Priority Review Date 08/15/2025

Application Deadline Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

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Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/7919

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, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at [email protected] or call (716) 878-4822.

Background Investigation Statement

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.

Clery Statement

Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report ( ASR ) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at (716) 878-6333.

New York State Executive Order 161

Pursuant to Executive Order 161 (https://goer.ny.gov/executive-order-161-1) , 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 (518) 474-6988 or via email at [email protected]. Further restrictions on using salary information in the hiring process appear in Labor Law §194-a (https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/laws/LAB/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 http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening. 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.)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

+ Resume / Curriculum Vitae

+ Cover Letter

+ Names and Contact Information for 3 Professional References

Optional Documents