Senior Financial Aid Specialist - Compliance

Davita Inc.; Bridgeport (CT); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university is seeking a Senior Financial Aid Specialist - Compliance to support financial aid operations. This role focuses on policy and procedure optimization, requiring attention to detail and a strong understanding of financial aid regulations. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, fostering diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Tuition waiver

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Title IV administration experience preferred.
• Experience with automated systems and processes required.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audits of funding programs and collaborate on staff training.
• Analyze and improve Financial Aid processes leveraging technology.
• Support User Acceptance Testing for system upgrades.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical proficiency

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High School diploma or equivalent required

Job description

To participate in a remote work arrangement, employees must reside in the United States. No remote work arrangement will be considered for working from outside the United States.

The Senior Financial Aid Specialist - Compliance supports the Financial Aid function at Herzing University with policy, procedure, technology, and process optimization needs. This role requires high attention to detail and technical proficiency. The Senior Specialist serves on the Financial Aid Compliance Team within the Home Office division of Financial Aid.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree preferred. High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 3+ Years of Title IV administration experience preferred. Minimum 1 year of experience required.
• Additional preferred experience includes:
• Experience with administration of state and external (non-federal) funding sources highly preferred.
• Experience with automated systems and processes.
• Experience with policy, procedure, and data system development using automation.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations related to financial aid eligibility and processing.

PAY: Compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and circumstances. The hourly pay range is $27.80 to $37.61. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition waiver, health insurance, paid time off, and a retirement plan.

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PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform internal audits of funding programs and collaborate on staff training.
• Analyze and improve Financial Aid processes leveraging technology and reporting.
• Support User Acceptance Testing for system upgrades.
• Partner with campus leadership on budget utilization and staffing.
• Maintain the FWS Tracker and resolve issues promptly.
• Configure Financial Aid software for award year and fund setup.
• Support Financial Aid staff with troubleshooting and policy review.

Herzing University values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where individuals are respected and empowered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Remain stationary most of the time; occasionally move around.
• Operate office equipment including computers and audio/visuals.
• Use voice and hearing for communication.
• Visual assessment and occasional lifting up to 10 pounds.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Herzing University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on protected statuses. For more information, visit our diversity and Title IX pages.

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