Financial Aid Program Administrator (Remote/Hybrid)

State of Washington; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Washington is seeking a Program Administrator to provide programmatic, operational, and administrative support for statewide financial aid programs, focusing on the Opportunity Grant Program and related initiatives.

The role reports to the Policy Associate of Financial Aid Compliance and collaborates with colleges, private career schools, and agency partners to ensure effective program operations and equitable access for Washington students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, education, finance, or a related field.
• Experience collecting, maintaining, analyzing, and presenting data; preparing accurate reports; and organizing information to support program needs.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects, prioritizing competing demands, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to provide effective customer service.
• Experience in higher education, financial aid, student services, or state government with commitment to equity and student success.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and coordination of the Opportunity Grant Program and other state/federal financial aid initiatives.
• Coordinate administrative activities: communications, reporting, data collection, contracts and budget tracking, and program documentation.
• Prepare funding allocations, contracts, program approvals, and required reports.
• Maintain program calendars, timelines, work plans, and operating procedures.
• Coordinate meetings, trainings, webinars, and technical assistance for colleges and partner organizations.
• Maintain program databases and tracking systems; compile, validate, monitor, and analyze data for reporting and evaluation.
• Assist with contracts, amendments, and interagency agreements; monitor budgets and expenditures.
• Develop and maintain program guidance, resources, and communication tools.

Education

Bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, education, finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Teams

Job description

State of Washington is seeking a Program Administrator to provide programmatic, operational, and administrative support for statewide financial aid programs, focusing on the Opportunity Grant Program and related initiatives.

The role reports to the Policy Associate of Financial Aid Compliance and collaborates with colleges, private career schools, and agency partners to ensure effective program operations and equitable access for Washington students.