Top 10 Financial aid advisor Jobs in Washington State

Career Advisor
Clark College —Vancouver, WA
- $65,969 - $76,384 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Financial Aid and Academic Advisor
Walla Walla Community College —Connell, WA
- $3,827 - $4,980 a month
- Online Application
- Background check
- Spanish
- Word processing
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
8d
Student Recruitment Coordinator and Advisor
Washington State University —Spokane, WA
- $3,750.85 - $5,397.56 a month
- Overtime
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Advisor | TRIO Student Support Services, WSU Tri Cities (Richland, WA)
Washington State University —Richland, WA
- $4,050.92 - $5,100.00 a month
- Overtime
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
3d
Financial Aid Advisor
Bastyr University —Kenmore, WA
- $21 - $25 an hour
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
Academic Advisor (Program Specialist
Bellevue College —Bellevue, WA
- $62,748 - $84,516 a year
- Overtime
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
9d
Postsecondary Pathways Advisor - Gorge
EDUCATIONAL SERVICE DIST 112 —Lyle, WA
- $63,148.33 - $76,837.82 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
Transfer and Running Start Pathways Advisor [Admissions Counselor 3 - Regional Seattle]
Western Washington University —Seattle, WA
- $58,727 - $76,345 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
Student Financial Services Counselor
City University of Seattle —Seattle, WA
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Student Success Advocate - Retention Specialist
Central Washington University —Ellensburg, WA
- $46,209 - $64,692 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Career Advisor

Clark College -
Vancouver, WA

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,969 - $76,384 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Life insurance

Qualifications

Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Student advocacy
Experience working with individuals from underserved communities

Full Job Description

Clark College is currently accepting applications for a full-time, 12-month, administrative exempt Career Advisor position in the Student Affairs department. This position is a key member of the Career Services team, providing equity centered career development support to students, alumni, and community members. This role focuses on career exploration, planning, and goal development while advancing institutional priorities related to Guided Pathways and the Equity-Centered Strategic Plan. The Career Advisor collaborates across the college to scale career development strategies and support student success, persistence, and post-completion outcomes. This position will primarily work on the main campus Monday-Friday with some occasional evening and/or weekend hours.

At Clark, we value equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to growing, learning, and supporting our employees.

Position Responsibilities

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Career Development

Apply equity centered career advising practices to serve systemically non dominant students, community members, and alumni.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor market trends, career information systems and related resources.
Provide one-on-one and group advising on topics related to career exploration, career planning, career assessment tools, researching or choosing a major, and identifying additional career training or transfer options. Assess stages of career and academic development and promote growth by determining valuable action steps, and support establishment of attainable career and academic goals.
Stay informed on career development theories and apply them effectively with diverse student populations.
Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies to scale career development activities across the college.
Create, organize, and facilitate career development workshops and group advising in collaboration with the Career Services team.
Maintain working knowledge of Clark College academic programs within Areas of Study.
Develop and facilitate Student Success Workshops related to career exploration.
Coordinate and host career related classroom presentations, as applicable, specifically for career advising content and in alignment with existing faculty partnership processes.
Maintain and update career exploration activities in Canvas and other platforms to ensure content meets accessibility standards and is accurate, engaging, and relevant for diverse student populations and instructor use.
Support the coordination of formal career assessments (e.g., Strong Interest Inventory, MBTI) as qualified and if/when these services are offered by the college.

Collaboration

Develop and foster positive, collaborative working relationships with colleagues and other college offices to ensure Career Services meets student and institutional needs.
Collaborate with Career Services colleagues and campus partners to develop, implement, and maintain innovative approaches to career development that align with Clark College’s Equity Centered Strategic Plan and Guided Pathways.
Participate in planning and implementation of career-related events (e.g, Career fairs, exploration events) in partnership with Career Services, Title III staff and other departments.
Coordinate outreach strategies for undecided or exploratory students in collaboration with the Career Services team, campus partners and supervisor.
Collaborate with Title Ill grant staff and Career Services colleagues to support Title Ill activities and outcomes.
Make accurate referrals to Clark College departments such as academic advising, enrollment services, financial aid, and community partners.

Administrative

Collaborate with the Career Services team and Communications & Marketing to contribute to social media content and broader marketing and outreach strategies.
Coordinate updates to Career Services website content related to career development, in collaboration with supervisor and team.
Track client appointments and document relevant notes, using current software program.
Participate in college committees as assigned or approved by supervisor.
Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

POSITION REQUIREMENTS AND COMPETENCIES:

Candidates will be evaluated based on application materials, including the supplemental questions and personal interview(s), and will be required to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:

Bachelor’s degree AND three (3) years of related work experience in career advising, academic coaching or higher education OR a Masters degree AND one (1) year of related experience in career advising, academic coaching, or higher education.
Demonstrated experience providing services, support, and advocacy for students with marginalized identities.

POSITION COMPETENCIES:

Ability to work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted which includes a sexual misconduct background check as required under RCW 28B.112.080. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Supplemental Information

WHAT WE OFFER:

Clark College promotes work/life balance for employees.
McClaskey Culinary Institute offers fast, fresh, and healthy dining options for students, faculty, staff, and the community. The space, located in Gaiser Hall, features three kiosks, a full-service retail bakery and barista bar, grab-and-go items, and a student-run restaurant.
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall and Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall.
Campus bookstore offers snacks, apparel, and specialty supplies.
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability).
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership.
Clark promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

Salary Range: $65,969 - $76,384 annually (commensurate with qualifications and experience).

Successful candidates are typically hired at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases.

Clark College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes vacation/sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance; retirement; and tuition waiver.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Required application materials must be completed and submitted online by 3 p.m., August 5, 2026.

REQUIRED ONLINE APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Clark College online application
Current resume, with a minimum of three (3) references listed.
Cover letter describing background and experience related to qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process.

Please apply online at www.clark.edu/jobs.

To contact Clark College Office of People and Culture, please call (360) 992-2105 or email [email protected].

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

Upon request, accommodations are available to persons with disabilities for the application process. Contact the Office of People and Culture at (360) 992-2105 or by video phone at (360) 991-0901.

SECURITY

The security of all the members of the campus community is of vital concern to Clark College. Information regarding crime prevention advice, the authority of the Security/Safety Department, policies concerning reporting of any crimes which may occur on or near college property, and crime statistics for the most recent 3-year period may be requested from the Clark College Security/Safety Department, (360) 992-2133 or [email protected]. The most recent Annual Security Report, written in compliance with the Clery Act, can be reviewed here: http://www.clark.edu/campus-life/student-support/security/report.php.

ELIGIBILITY VERIFICATION

If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work. Clark College does not currently sponsor H-1B visas.

CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES
Corrected or extended notices will be posted online.

Clark College’s Office of People and Culture supports individuals with their academic, personal, and professional development, as well as provides training and educational resources for all members of the college community around diversity, inclusion, power, privilege, inequity, social equity, and social justice. The college offers further professional development for our employees through opportunities such as Employee Resource Groups, Cross Institution Faculty of Color Mentorship program, and Faculty and Staff of Color Conference.

The Office of People and Culture aims to support and elevate the college community by embedding equity and continuous growth into every aspect of people’s practices - from recruitment and onboarding to learning, well-being, and community partnerships.

Clark College values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator. Protected group members are strongly encouraged to apply. Clark College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, citizenship, immigration status or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). The college considers equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination to be fundamental to the mission, vision and values of the college. All faculty and staff hired at Clark College are encouraged to embrace, continually support and enhance social equity on our campus and in our community. The college provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title IX, and Affirmative Action: Thao Schmidt, Interim Associate Vice President, 360-992-2628, [email protected], 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Baird 142, Vancouver, Washington 98663. Clark College is a smoke-free/drug free environment. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

Clark College Office of People and Culture

July 14, 2026

26-00060

Clark College offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave; medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance as well as flexible spending account and tuition waiver.

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