Financial Aid Counselor & Compliance Lead

University-of-Hawaii-System; Hawaii; On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Hawaiʻi System seeks a Financial Aid Specialist at Leeward Community College to manage programs, advise students, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. The role requires outreach to high schools and colleges, counseling on aid options, and coordination of funding proposals.

The position is full-time, 11-month, permanent, with evenings/weekends as required on- and off-campus. Salary follows salary schedules with a minimum of $5,640/month.

Qualifications

• Broad knowledge of financial aid principles and regulations.
• Knowledge of federal/state laws, rules, and systems related to financial aid.
• Ability to resolve complex problems with creative reasoning and timely solutions.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned financial aid programs under supervision.
• Conduct outreach to high schools, orientations, and community groups to promote financial aid.
• Provide information and counseling on applying for federal/state financial aid and other sources of assistance.
• Analyze financial need and eligibility for aid for applicants and continuing students.
• Assist in preparing funding proposals for Federal and State aid funds.
• Assist in implementing office procedures for processing applications and maintaining records.
• Monitor student eligibility based on academic progress and regulations.
• Develop and update office procedures to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Maintain online financial aid database and reporting systems.
• Prepare annual and special reports for funding agencies.
• Represent the College in committees and at statewide financial aid meetings.

Skills

Financial aid

Policy knowledge

Data analysis

MS Office

SIS systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Business, Social Science or related field

Tools

BANNER

PeopleSoft

EdConnect

Job description

University of Hawaiʻi System seeks a Financial Aid Specialist at Leeward Community College to manage programs, advise students, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. The role requires outreach to high schools and colleges, counseling on aid options, and coordination of funding proposals.

The position is full-time, 11-month, permanent, with evenings/weekends as required on- and off-campus. Salary follows salary schedules with a minimum of $5,640/month.