Financial Aid Operations Specialist

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

Job summary

Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY, invites applications for an Operations Assistant in Enrollment Management, Office of Financial Aid. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid, the role provides operational support for Title IV programs and ensures compliance with Hofstra policies and NCAA rules.

The position requires strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills; additional hours evenings and weekends may be required for special projects and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 0 – 1 year of related experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Familiarity with Ellucian Banner and prior college financial aid experience 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 and researches FAFSA-related issues.
• 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.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Hofstra University in Hempstead, NY, invites applications for an Operations Assistant in Enrollment Management, Office of Financial Aid. Reporting to the Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid, the role provides operational support for Title IV programs and ensures compliance with Hofstra policies and NCAA rules.

The position requires strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills; additional hours evenings and weekends may be required for special projects and events.