System Financial Aid Coordinator

Bryant & Stratton College; Town of Orchard Park (NY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant & Stratton College is seeking a Financial Aid Coordinator in Orchard Park, NY, to provide expert support across campus locations. The role focuses on financial aid processing and attendance verification while collaborating with the Academic Department.

Reports to the System Technical Financial Aid Manager. This in-office/hybrid position requires 0–3 years in financial aid, a bachelor’s degree, and the ability to work Mon–Fri with some evenings or Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience: 0 - 3 years financial aid experience.
• Cannot be in default on any Title IV loans.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review daily receipts of Direct Loan and Pell origination and disbursement records.
• Monthly receipt and Banner import of Federal Direct Loan statements from COD.
• Review attendance data for accuracy and coordinate with campus staff.
• Support the System Technical Financial Aid Manager and team.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem analysis

Organizational skills

Judgment

Stress tolerance

Resilience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

SYSTEM OFFICE
Orchard Park, NY 14127, USA

• Hybrid
• Business Office/ FA
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SYSTE007250

Description

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Work Hours: Mon–Fri. Ability to work some evenings and Saturdays; Secondary holidays may be a scheduled work day.

Reports To: System Technical Financial Aid Manager

Location: In-Office, Hybrid: Orchard Park, NY

Position Description

Summary

The System Office is seeking a Financial Aid Coordinator to provide expert support across all campus locations, focusing on financial aid processing. In addition, this role will review attendance information and work directly with the Academic Department to confirm accuracy. This role is part of the System Office Financial Aid Department and reports directly to the System Technical Financial Aid Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review daily receipts of Direct Loan and Pell origination and disbursement records and resolve any errors.
• Monthly receipt and Banner import of Federal Direct Loan statement files from COD.
• Review all paper checks related to student credit balances to ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including all student accounts with credit balances exceeding $3,000.
• Review attendance reporting for accuracy; working with campus associates when necessary.
• Assist the System Technical Financial Aid Manager, and System Office Financial Aid team, with other duties as assigned.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

• Accountability—Takes ownership
• Brand Ambassadorship—Understands our brand and messages it to the students
• Embracing Change—Adapts to changing circumstances by accepting and responding positively to different ideas and approaches.
• Values—Recognizes the impact of the position on others and acts consistent with BSC core values to ensure positive outcomes
• Delivering Program and College Services—Consistently provides appropriate information and guidance to stakeholders so that appropriate choices and decisions are made.
• Manages/Organizes Priorities -- Takes initiative and utilizes resources to ensure priorities are met in a timely manner and corrects problems as they arise.
• Outcomes Oriented – Makes efficient use of time and resources to achieve successful outcomes.
• Accuracy and Timeliness—Shows careful attention to detail and uses processes to check and readjust for accuracy.
• Communication—Describes thoughts clearly, explains perspectives on issues, and identifies expectations.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Problem analysis and problem solving
• Organizational skills
• Judgment
• Stress tolerance
• Resilience

Qualifications

• Experience: 0 - 3 years financial aid experience
• Cannot be in default on any Title IV loans

Preferred qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience: 1-2 years financial aid experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position requires standing or sitting in a stationary position as well as the occasional need to lift, carry, push, and/or move objects up to 10 pounds.

Position also requires the use of computer technology/equipment.

Position requires the ability to receive information in person and over the telephone.

Position requires the ability to convey detailed and important instructions or ideas accurately.

Background Check or Licensing Requirements:

This position requires a background check.

Salary Information:

The annual salary range for this role is $53,000 - $63,000 ($25.48 - $30.29 per hour)

Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. Information about the total compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

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