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New River Community College

Financial Aid Counselor (SSP II)

New River Community College, Fresno, California, United States, 93650

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Financial Aid Counselor (SSP II) Job No: 554470

Work Type: Staff

Location: Central California: Fresno

Categories: Bargaining Unit: Unit 4 - APC - Academic Professionals of California, Appointment Type: Probationary, Time Basis: Full Time, Job Search Category/Discipline: Student Services

Financial Aid Counselor (Student Services Professional II) 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.

To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

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 resume/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.

COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy Per the CSU COVID‑19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID‑19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to hr@csufresno.edu.

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.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1‑B Visas)

To apply, visit https://careers.fresnostate.edu/en-us/job/554470

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