Financial Aid Specialist

Kansas State University; Manhattan (KS); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 32.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kansas State University is seeking a candidate for the Office of Student Financial Assistance to manage financial aid processing, awards, and compliance with federal, state, and institutional guidelines.

The role involves reviewing eligibility, communicating with aid applicants, and ensuring funds are properly administered in line with R2T4 and university policies. On-site work in Kansas is required.

Formación

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Associates degree or higher preferred.
• 3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and explain complex regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication for exceptional customer service.

Responsabilidades

• Process applications and award aid in compliance with federal, state, and institutional rules.
• Review eligibility criteria and communicate decisions to applicants.
• Ensure proper management and timely disbursement of funds.
• Navigate and comply with Return to Title IV (R2T4) requirements and related regulations.

Conocimientos

Regulatory research

Regulatory interpretation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or higher

Herramientas

Student Information System (SIS)

Descripción del empleo

About This Role

This position has a very similar counterpart position which comprises part of our processing unit. The processing unit ensures that all the behind-the-scenes tasks are being completed in an efficient and timely manner. Several aspects of this position involve the application, awarding and administration of federal, state, and institutional aid programs. The incumbent reviews eligibility criteria for the aid programs, awards where appropriate, communicates with applicable individuals, and ensures proper management of the funds is maintained. The Return to Title IV (R2T4) aspects of this position are very complex and time sensitive. Certain functions within the position have mandated timeframes in which tasks must be completed to maintain institutional compliance with Federal Student Aid regulations. Ensuring compliance and following university and office policies and procedures is necessary.

About Us

The staff members in the Office of Student Financial Assistance serve students and their families at every step of the journey while at Kansas State University to guide students through the scholarship and financial aid process.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 3 years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree or higher
• 9 or more months work experience in a student financial aid office.
• 12 or more months work experience performing accounting, budgeting, finance or banking related tasks.
• Able to research, analyze, interpret, and explain complex regulations and/or policies.
• Effective verbal and written communication to enhance exemplary customer service skills.
• Previous work experience utilizing comprehensive student information system or similar technology.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Application Window

Applications close on: October 23,2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$ 18.04 - $23.00 Hourly