The California State University
Financial Aid Counselor (SSP II)
The California State University, Fresno, California, United States, 93650
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Job no:
554470 Work type:
Staff Location:
Fresno Categories:
Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services
Compensation and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,083 - $5,235 per month
Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083 - $7,228 per month
This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position.
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.
Job Summary Under general direction of the Director and Assistant Director, perform complex student services professional work typically requiring the application of both knowledge and professional judgment in using the principles, techniques, standards, guides, and professional skills characteristic of the financial aid programs. Requires planning; interviewing and counseling techniques; professional judgment to recommend solutions to problems and changes in financial aid program procedures, acting as spokesperson within the areas of expertise. Provide professional and technical support to the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office. Frequent direct contact with a diverse campus population of students, parents, faculty, and staff. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to financial aid programs. It also requires the use of professional judgment and the application of professional skills in a variety of situations.
Key Qualifications
Advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required
Interpret and apply program rules and regulations
Use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements
Obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews
Ability to reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on this data
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field
Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis
A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience
Deadline & Application Instructions Applications received by
January 30, 2026
will be given full consideration by the search committee.
Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.
Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.
Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.
Advertised: Jan 15 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Jan 30 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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Job no:
554470 Work type:
Staff Location:
Fresno Categories:
Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Probationary, Full Time, Student Services
Compensation and Benefits Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,083 - $5,235 per month
Full CSU Classification Salary Range: $5,083 - $7,228 per month
This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position.
The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.
Job Summary Under general direction of the Director and Assistant Director, perform complex student services professional work typically requiring the application of both knowledge and professional judgment in using the principles, techniques, standards, guides, and professional skills characteristic of the financial aid programs. Requires planning; interviewing and counseling techniques; professional judgment to recommend solutions to problems and changes in financial aid program procedures, acting as spokesperson within the areas of expertise. Provide professional and technical support to the Financial Aid and Scholarships Office. Frequent direct contact with a diverse campus population of students, parents, faculty, and staff. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to financial aid programs. It also requires the use of professional judgment and the application of professional skills in a variety of situations.
Key Qualifications
Advise students individually and in groups on routine matters where required
Interpret and apply program rules and regulations
Use initiative and resourcefulness in planning work assignments and in implementing long-range program improvements
Obtain factual and interpretative information through interviews
Ability to reason logically; collect, compile, analyze and evaluate data and make verbal or written presentations based on this data
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with faculty, CSU administrators, student organizations, private and public agencies and others in committee work, and student advising and community contacts
Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in one of the behavioral sciences, public or business administration or a job-related field and two years of professional experience in one of the student services program areas or in a related field
Additional specialized experience during which the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis
A master’s degree in a job-related field may be substituted for one year of the professional experience
Deadline & Application Instructions Applications received by
January 30, 2026
will be given full consideration by the search committee.
Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.
Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Information California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
Supplemental Information Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.
The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.
Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.
Advertised: Jan 15 2026 Pacific Standard Time
Applications close: Jan 30 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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