Senior Financial Aid Specialist - Compliance

Davita Inc.; Kansas City (MO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Senior Financial Aid Specialist - Compliance to enhance the efficiency of the Financial Aid process. Your role will involve auditing funding programs, utilizing technology for improvements, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This position offers competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Tuition waiver and reimbursement

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Title IV administration experience preferred; minimum of 1 year required.
• Experience with state and external funding sources preferred.
• Knowledge of financial aid regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audits of funding programs.
• Analyze and recommend improvements to Financial Aid processes.
• Support UAT processes for system upgrades.

Skills

Attention to detail

Technical proficiency

Financial Aid process analysis

Automation knowledge

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 the 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 to accomplish objectives.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and institutional regulations related to financial aid eligibility and processing.

Pay: Compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and circumstances of each hire. The hourly pay range is $27.80 to $37.61. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition waiver and reimbursement, 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 recommend improvements to Financial Aid processes leveraging technology.
• Support UAT processes for system upgrades by designing test plans and executing testing.
• Partner with campus leadership on budget utilization, staffing, and resource management.
• Maintain the FWS Tracker and resolve issues promptly.
• Configure Financial Aid software for award year, fund, and document setup.
• Support Financial Aid staff with troubleshooting and policy review.

Herzing University values diversity and fosters an inclusive community where individuals are valued, heard, and empowered.

Physical Requirements:

• Remain stationary most of the time; occasionally move around.
• Operate office equipment including computers and peripherals.
• Use voice and hearing to communicate effectively.
• Visual assessment and observation skills required.
• Occasionally lift or move 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. More info at Diversity Statement and Title IX.