Financial Aid Coordinator

Northwest Iowa Community College; Sheldon (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Iowa Community College is seeking a Financial Aid Officer to advise students and families on aid options and to administer federal, state, and institutional aid programs in compliance with regulations. The role supports the College Operations and Finance division and reports to the Director of Financial Aid.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree, demonstrate knowledge of software applications, and be bilingual in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Knowledge of current software applications.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• Transcripts required with application.
• Experience in higher education or related financial field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise students, parents, faculty, staff, and other constituents on financial aid.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• Authorize, award, process, and disburse financial aid programs.
• Assist with systems to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare and file reports; conduct internal and external presentations.
• Supervise and evaluate department staff as assigned.
• Develop and implement policies for Title IV funds return.

Skills

Software knowledge

Bilingual English/Spanish

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

DIVISION:

College Operations and Finance

SUPERVISOR:

Director of Financial Aid

BASIC FUNCTION:

Advise students, parents, faculty, staff, and other constituents on financial aid, and administer financial aid programs to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required – Bachelor’s degree.
• Knowledge of current software applications.
• Preferred – Experience in higher educational setting or related business/financial field.
• Income tax knowledge, accounting, or financial aid experience.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish languages.

Copies of all academic transcripts are required. Unofficial copies are acceptable at the time of application. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment, a complete set of original transcripts will be required.

DESIRED QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS:

• 1. Strong organizational and communication skills, ability to complete tasks in timely manner with minimal supervision, and demonstrate attention to detail.
• 2. Ability to manage numerous tasks with frequent interruptions while maintaining accuracy.
• 3. High level of demonstrated problem solving skills, decision making ability, and self-motivation.
• 4. High level of demonstrated honesty, integrity and confidentiality.
• 5. Ability to work effectively within a team environment.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 1. Assist students, parents, faculty, staff, and other constituents with the financial aid process, the completion of appropriate forms, and use independent judgment to advise accordingly.
• 2. Maintain familiarity of federal and state regulations and College policy and procedures in order to administer campus financial aid operations in accordance with the same.
• 3. Authorize, award, process, and disburse federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs and ensure compliance.
• 4. Assist with the implementation of the computer systems to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
• 5. Research and interpret federal and state regulations and ensure compliance.
• 6. Complete the verification process on student files and maintain verification policy and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and College policy.
• 7. Administer the work-study programs in accordance with federal and state regulations and College policy.
• 8. Perform, manage, and develop policies and procedures for the return of Title IV funds process according to regulations.
• 9. Responsible for updating consumer information to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
• 10. Maintain an updated Policy and Procedure Manual.
• 11. Coordinate and implement a default reduction plan.
• 12. Prepare various federal, state, and institutional reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• 13. Develop and conduct internal and external financial aid presentations.
• 14. Assist in the development of department goals and develop new ideas and initiatives to enhance and streamline office operations.
• 15. Supervise and evaluate Financial Aid Secretary.
• 16. Serve on College committees as assigned.
• 17. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Financial Aid.

WAGE/SALARY RANGE

Depends on the experience and education

APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:

As soon as it is filled

ANTICIPATED EMPLOYMENT DATE:

As soon as possible