Financial Aid Coordinator

🇺🇸 Kent, Ohio 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $42K - $47K 💻 Financial Aid 🗓️ August 24th, 2026

Financial Aid

Edtech.com's Summary

Kent State University is hiring a Student Financial Aid Coordinator. The role involves coordinating student financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and university regulations, and providing guidance and counseling to students and parents on financial aid matters.

Highlights

Coordinate and manage student financial aid programs and services.
Ensure departmental compliance with federal, state, and university financial aid regulations.
Develop and analyze reports related to financial aid compliance and program effectiveness.
Counsel students and parents regarding financial aid questions, eligibility, and award packages.
Provide supervision and training to department staff and coordinate reception services.
Assist in policy development and oversee specific financial aid compliance processes like Gainful Employment and NSLDS.
Require proficiency in personal computer applications.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
Ability to manage both people and projects effectively.
Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree and two years of experience in student financial aid or a related higher education field; a master's degree is preferred.