Federal Programs Administrator

The Office of Student Financial Assistance seeks applicants to work within a team setting managing the student loan programs and federal Pell grant program. This position along with another team member will be responsible for all aspects of loan a...

  • 519924
  • Manhattan, Kansas, United States
  • Student Financial Assistance
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
  • Opening on: May 19 2025
  • On-site

About This Role

The Office of Student Financial Assistance seeks applicants to work within a team setting managing the student loan programs and federal Pell grant program. This position along with another team member will be responsible for all aspects of loan and Pell grant processing, ensuring that all regulatory and compliance matters are met. This position also assists with other processing tasks, such as awarding and/or adjusting financial aid, researching loan or Pell grant eligibility on a national database, resolving data issues in file transmissions, and reconciling the loan and Pell grant programs. This is accomplished by:

  • Transmitting files daily with the US Department of Education or other entities and resolving any issues with the file transmission,
  • Querying the student system to identify issues with loan/Pell records that need resolved,
  • Reviewing reports to reconcile programs monthly,
  • Researching regulatory and compliance issues to ensure proper administration of programs,
  • Assisting in system testing to ensure efficient, accurate processing of electronic files,
  • Assessing the student’s eligibility for Title VII health professions loan by reviewing protocol provided by HRSA

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 Option

This position is on-site. 

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Requires one year of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study
  • 1-2 years experience in performing accounting tasks such as reconciliation
  • 1-2 years experience working for a large, post-secondary educational institution
  • 1-2 years experience utilizing a third party higher education student information or accounting system (ex. PeopleSoft, Banner, etc.)
  • Strong track record of collaboratively working across business units toward a common, mission critical outcomes
  • Robust customer service experience requiring ability to explain complex regulatory/policy rules

Other Requirements:

  • Individuals may not be in default on a federal student loan and/or owe an overpayment on a federal student grant – to ensure that the individual may be issued access to various U.S. Department of Education databases critical to carrying out this position’s job duties.

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:

  1. Cover letter
  2. Resume
  3. Three professional references with contact information

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$42,216- $ 53,819.00

 

 

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Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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