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Financial Aid Advisor

Universal Technical Institute and Careers
Sacramento, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026
Overview:

Are you passionate about helping students navigate their financial future and making a tangible impact on their educational journey? As a Financial Aid Advisor, you’ll be the friendly guide that students and their families rely on to make sense of financial aid, from securing resources to understanding the process. If you’re detail-oriented, compassionate, and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you!


What We Offer:

  • $24- $26 per hour
  • Paid Training
  • Tuition Waiver: Enjoy a tuition waiver after 6 months of employment for you AND your immediate family offered at UTI and Concorde campuses
  • Paid Time Off: Competitive paid time off programs for employees (Vacation, Sick, Flexible, Holiday)
  • Retirement Matching: 50% match on the first 6% of your contributions after 90 days
  • Paid Parental Leave: 4 weeks of paid leave for both birthing and non-birthing parents to bond with a new baby
  • Competitive Insurance: Health, vision, and dental coverage for you and your dependents
  • Pet Insurance: Competitive coverage for your furry family members through ASPCA
  • Health Plan Enrollment: Eligibility starts first of the month following completing one full month of employment
Responsibilities:
  • Guide the Way: Support students through every step of the financial aid process, ensuring they have everything they need to succeed.
  • Deliver Excellence: Provide exceptional service with compassion, clarity, and efficiency, helping students overcome any financial hurdles.
  • Solve Problems: Identify and address barriers to starting or continuing school with creative and effective solutions.
  • Educate and Empower: Explain federal aid, FAFSA, scholarships, and more to help students make informed financial decisions.
  • Collaborate for Success: Work closely with Admissions, Student Services, and other teams to enhance student satisfaction and success.
Qualifications:
  • Education: High School Diploma or GED required; some college coursework preferred
  • Experience: 3 years in customer service or sales; 2 years in Financial Aid preferred
  • Title IV: experience preferred


Skills:

  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency with computer applications (Word, Excel, SharePoint)


About Us:

It’s all about reputation. 60 years of experience, trusted by 35 industry-leading brands, 16 campuses, and 16 technical programs. But it’s not all about the numbers. Here at Universal Technical Institute and its family of schools, we care about YOU. We care about making a change in the lives of our employees and our students. We’re on a mission to expand our reach and increase our impact, one life at a time and that starts with yours...Come and be a part of our legacy!


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Salary : $24 - $26

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