Financial Aid Specialist

Financial Aid Program Specialist IIHeidelberg University is seeking to fill the position of Financial Aid Program Specialist II.

The Financial Aid Program

Specialist II is responsible for the administration of student eligibility determination, financial aid awarding, verification, and institutional, state, and federal aid programs. This position serves as a key member of the Financial Aid team and is responsible for reviewing student eligibility, administering the verification process, awarding institutional and endowed scholarships, processing state grant programs, evaluating satisfactory academic progress, and assisting students and families with financial aid planning.

The Financial Aid Program

Specialist II works closely with students, families, campus partners, and external agencies to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of financial assistance while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.

The Financial Aid Program

Specialist II reports directly to the Director of Financial Aid.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesFinancial Aid Awarding and PackagingReview student eligibility and prepare, package, and revise financial aid awards in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies.Monitor and review financial aid awarding processes for prospective, continuing, transfer, and graduate student.Review and adjust awards based on changes in enrollment, eligibility, funding availability, and regulatory requirements.Administer packaging for specialized programs such as Study Abroad, Summer term, and Nursing.Assist with development, testing, and implementation of annual awarding strategies and packaging models.Monitor awarding activity to ensure timely communication of financial aid offers to students and families.Collaborate with Admissions, Student Accounts, and other campus offices to support enrollment and retention initiatives.Verification and Student EligibilityAdminister the federal verification