Financial Aid Operations Coordinator

Hofstra PA; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition remission for employees and +

Retirement plan with University terms

Collegial and inclusive culture

Job summary

Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY is seeking an Operations Assistant to support the administration of Title IV FSA programs. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid, the position requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage all aspects of aid administration with compliance to Hofstra policies, the Coastal Athletic Conference, and NCAA rules.

Responsibilities include packaging and processing federal, state, and institutional aid, monitoring

Qualifications

• 0 – 1 + year(s) related experience.
• Detail-oriented individual with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task while working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and administrative skills.
• Must exhibit good professional judgment, computer skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Familiarity with computerized financial aid systems, especially Ellucian Banner (preferred).
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Packages and processes federal, state and institutional aid.
• Reports and monitors student awards and eligibility using Ellucian Banner.
• Ensures timely disbursement of funds to students.
• Responds to inquiries as well as researches and resolves problems related to FAFSA transactions.
• Reviews FAFSA data transmitted to the U.S. Department of Education.
• Certifies and updates federal and private loans.
• Performs and completes projects upon request.
• Assists with outreach efforts on campus.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Tools

Ellucian Banner

Job description

Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY is seeking an Operations Assistant to support the administration of Title IV FSA programs. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid, the position requires strong organization, attention to detail, and the ability to manage all aspects of aid administration with compliance to Hofstra policies, the Coastal Athletic Conference, and NCAA rules.

Responsibilities include packaging and processing federal, state, and institutional aid, monitoring