Financial Aid Operations Lead | Tuition & Benefits

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement match

Tuition waivers

Job summary

DePaul University seeks a Financial Aid Administrator to join the OFA Operations and Scholarship team. You will review and process reports, verify student eligibility, and handle award revisions across institutional, federal, and state programs.

This role supports reconciliation of aid funds for up to 18,000 students annually. You’ll work independently to ensure accurate award processing, respond to student inquiries, and implement new regulations as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• Experience with federal/state financial aid programs preferred.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Manage application processing, verification procedures, and award information for aid programs.
• Collaborate with Operations and Scholarship teams to resolve eligibility issues and revise awards.
• Assist with student communications, case management, and timely responses to inquiries.
• Coordinate delivery and reconciliation of FA funds across multiple programs and fiscal years.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

DePaul University seeks a Financial Aid Administrator to join the OFA Operations and Scholarship team. You will review and process reports, verify student eligibility, and handle award revisions across institutional, federal, and state programs.

This role supports reconciliation of aid funds for up to 18,000 students annually. You’ll work independently to ensure accurate award processing, respond to student inquiries, and implement new regulations as needed.