Botetourt County Public Schools

Job Descriptions

www.bcps.k12.va.us

Job Title: College Financial Aid Advisor                 

Job Classification: (Part-time)  $21.00 per hour (12 hours per week)

Job Summary:

GRASP has an opening for a part-time college financial aid advisor to work at an assigned area high
school(s) during the school year. Advisors are assigned to a particular school 1-2 days per week during
the school year.   All training is provided: 2 – 4 days per year in Richmond or virtually. 
 A GRASP Advisor provides individualized advising to students and parents regarding how best to pay for
post-secondary education.  This Advisor would join with all staff in GRASP’s continuous development
work in the areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion - with those efforts directly furthering GRASP’s
mission.  The usual candidate has a heart for helping students, is committed to the community, and
understands the confidentiality of student information.
 While helpful, prior expertise in college financial aid is not required as all necessary information is
provided in the training program. Similarly, while familiarity with language(s) in addition to English
would be beneficial, it is not a requirement for this position. A college degree is required. As this
position will work directly with students in public schools, a background check is required. To learn more
about GRASP and its staff of advisors, go to www.grasp4va.org.  To apply for the position, contact GRASP
via email: info@grasp4va.org.  
GRASP is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees
and applicants for employment. Accordingly, all terms and conditions of
employment will be carried out without regard to race, color, national origin,
religion, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual
orientation), veteran status, genetic information, or any other factor protected by
federal, state, or local law.

May 2027