Financial Aid Specialist

Financial Aid Specialist

The Office of Student Financial Assistance seeks individuals interested in joining our processing team. This position administers key federal and institutional financial aid programs, including Federal Work-Study, Kansas Career Work-Study, tuition assistance, Return to Title IV, and federal aid awarding. The role ensures student eligibility, accurate and timely awards, fiscal accountability, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with students, employees, employers, and university partners. The position also provides guidance on program requirements, analyzes student and financial aid data, and supports the successful administration of financial aid throughout the academic year.

• 522345
• Manhattan, Kansas, United States
• Student Financial Assistance
• Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
• Closing at: Oct 23 2026 - 23:55 CDT
• On-site

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About This Role

This position has a very similar counterpart position which comprises part of our processing unit. The processing unit ensures that all the behind-the-scenes tasks are being completed in an efficient and timely manner. Several aspects of this position involve the application, awarding and administration of federal, state, and institutional aid programs. The incumbent reviews eligibility criteria for the aid programs, awards where appropriate, communicates with applicable individuals, and ensures proper management of the funds is maintained. The Return to Title IV (R2T4) aspects of this position are very complex and time sensitive. Certain functions within the position have mandated timeframes in which tasks must be completed to maintain institutional compliance with Federal Student Aid regulations. Ensuring compliance and following university and office policies and procedures is necessary.

About Us

The staff members in the Office of Student Financial Assistance serve students and their families at every step of the journey while at Kansas State University to guide students through the scholarship and financial aid process.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.

What You''ll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• 3 years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree or higher
• 9 or more months work experience in a student financial aid office.
• 12 or more months work experience performing accounting, budgeting, finance or banking related tasks.
• Able to research, analyze, interpret, and explain complex regulations and/or policies.
• Effective verbal and written communication to enhance exemplary customer service skills.
• Previous work experience utilizing comprehensive student information system or similar technology.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional Reference

Application Window

Applications close on: October 23,2026

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$ 18.04 - $23.00 Hourly