Financial Aid Administrator: Help Students Access Funds

The Fedcap Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

APEX Technical Institute in New York is seeking an experienced Financial Aid Administrator to manage federal student aid processing in a fast-paced, clock-hour environment. You will verify FAFSA data, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with Title IV regulations while supporting students and families in navigating financial aid options.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of federal aid rules, and collaboration across departments to maintain accurate award packages

Qualifications

• BA preferred and Diploma required.
• Certifications: FSA Fundamentals, NASFAA Verification Credentials.
• Regulatory knowledge of Title IV, Pell Grant, Direct Loan program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review FAFSA applications, including document collection, budgeting, awarding, FAFSA verification, and loan certification for Institutional TIV programs.
• Review and assess eligibility of applications and exercise professional judgement to allocate funds to students accordingly.
• Award financial aid packages based on eligibility and available funding.
• Assist potential students with functions required to apply for TIV – FSA ID, FAFSA Completion, Direct Loan requirements, etc.
• Stay updated on changes in federal and state regulations, ensuring aid processing adheres to current guidelines.
• Review, dissect and analyze federal forms such as 1040 and schedules, W-2s, 1099, IT-201, 1098, IRA, pensions, and other income sources.
• Provide Entrance and Exit Counseling to students promoting responsible borrowing.
• Collaborate with other departments to support student success.
• Generate, interpret, analyze and utilize NSLDS, COD, ED Express, and ATIS reports; update internal software and FAM system.
• Conduct thorough file reviews for existing Title IV recipients at designated timelines.

Education

BA preferred

Diploma required

Financial aid knowledge

Job description

APEX Technical Institute in New York is seeking an experienced Financial Aid Administrator to manage federal student aid processing in a fast-paced, clock-hour environment. You will verify FAFSA data, resolve discrepancies, and ensure compliance with Title IV regulations while supporting students and families in navigating financial aid options.

The role requires strong attention to detail, knowledge of federal aid rules, and collaboration across departments to maintain accurate award packages