Higher Ed Financial Aid Programs Analyst I

New York State Higher Education Services Corporation

City of Albany (NY)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 85,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Holiday & Paid Time Off

13 paid holidays annually

Health insurance

Job summary

New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) seeks a seasoned professional to oversee grant, scholarship and loan forgiveness programs. You will serve as the main HESC contact for inquiries, providing guidance and collaborating with the digital team, call center, and Innovation and Transformation.

You will manage contracts, monitor status, and support policy development. The role emphasizes compliance with applicable laws and regulations, data collection, and driving operational

Qualifications

Six years of experience administering student financial aid including Title IV funds.
J.D., master’s or higher can substitute for one year of specialized experience.
Associate degree substitutes for two years; bachelor’s for four; master’s for five; J.D. for six years.

Responsibilities

Oversee grant, scholarship and loan forgiveness programs as lead HESC contact.
Draft responses to inquiries regarding awards and the program.
Collaborate with partners including digital team, call center, and I&T.
Work with awardees to obtain signed contracts and monitor status.
Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Policy analysis

Research capabilities

Interdepartmental collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

J.D./Master’s or higher

Job description

You will manage contracts, monitor status, and support policy development. The role emphasizes compliance with applicable laws and regulations, data collection, and driving operational

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