Financial Aid Counselor

RE50899

Financial Aid Counselor, Verification and Eligibility Specialist

1B530:Student Financial Aid

Lexington, KY

42

$17.41-27.87/hour

Staff

Full-Time

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

None

Lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 25lbs.

37.5 hours per week; Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Financial Aid Processing
team member to provide support and processing to our Financial
Aid Counseling Team. This position is vital to the eligibility review
and data entry for general financial aid duties related to Title IV
funding. Student service and the ability to multitask are vital to the
success of The Office of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to
graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning
and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will
be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices,
and data-informed decision-making. Collaborating with the campus
and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to
support a community of learners in achieving success.

Microsoft suite including Word, Excel, Power Point.

No

Two or more years related experience with financial aid and/or student services in a higher education setting preferred.

07/29/2025

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.