Financial Aid Analyst

Under the general supervision and lead work direction, the Financial Aid Analyst performs professional student service assistance to students, parents and the general public regarding federal and state financial aid programs at Sacramento State.  The incumbent performs a thorough review of documentation required for and in accordance with the institutional policy and federal and state regulations.  Assignments typically require the application of both knowledge and judgment in using the principles, techniques, standards, guides and professional skills characteristic of a particular student service program or activity.  This generally requires analysis of individual student needs using established guidelines, regulations, and precedents.

The purpose of this work is to assist students in making successful progress toward their degree objectives; to provide learning experience which supplement those in the classroom; and to assist and encourage students to utilize effectively the knowledge, skills and abilities learned during their university careers.

The incumbent is responsible for cyclical workloads comprised of verification (document review and completing needs analysis), award federal and state financial aid, monitor federal and state awards, and loan certification.  The successful candidate will be able to perform in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks with strict deadlines.  The nature, variety and complexity of these duties requires frequent contact with students, parents, faculty an staff and the ability to interpret federal, state and program-specific rules and regulations, as well as ensure program compliance.  The successful candidate will maintain knowledge of Title IV program rules and regulations, state grant requirements and institutional policies and procedures.

Each staff member will develop, maintain and apply specific program area knowledge and expertise within one or more assigned program areas (i.e.: BIA, NCAA, Pell Grant, State Grant, Direct Loans) and be able to counsel students on University policy, when and where applicable.  The incumbent must exercise extreme discretion and adherence to regulations governing confidentiality and privacy of records (FERPA) is mandatory.  The incumbent will provide a high level of sensitivity and a professional demeanor when providing students from varied backgrounds, often in highly stressful, emotionally charged situations, with clear and sensitive information regarding requirements and available options.  

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Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol.

The lush, 300-acre park-like campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the "Farm-to-Fork Capital," is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million.

Sacramento State proudly serves as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and Black-Serving Institution (BSI). The university enrolls around 31,000 students from the Greater Sacramento Region, throughout California, across the nation, and around the world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California's capital university, Sacramento State transforms lives by preparing all students to lead, serve, and succeed. We are committed to our designations as a Hispanic Serving Institution, an Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution, and a Black Serving Institution, and to intentionally serving students reflective of these designations and all students who have been historically underserved in education.”

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued.  Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. 

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

Sacramento State, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.

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