Financial Aid Coordinator for Prison Education Program

1 month ago


Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time
Job Summary

Wilmington College is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Aid Coordinator to join our team in the Prison Education Program. This is a full-time, 12-month administrative position responsible for providing financial aid services to students enrolled in our program at correctional facilities in Ohio.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide financial aid counseling to incarcerated students and manage the completion of the FAFSA at correctional facilities.
  • Operate the U.S. Department of Education's Electronic Data Exchange (EDE) software system to import FAFSA data files.
  • Extract Pell Grant and Loan History reports from the National Student Loan Data Systems (NSLDS) and COD borrowing reports for the awarding of financial aid funds.
  • Determine financial aid eligibility, review supporting documentation, and award federal, state, and institutional aid funds to students in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
  • Perform federal verification of student aid application data and resolve C-code flags and conflicting information discrepancies in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
  • Monitor financial aid awards for compliance and adjust awards as necessary to prevent over awards.
  • Run billing batch export on financial aid funds that need posted to student accounts.
  • Generate financial aid offer notifications, College Financing plans, and information request notifications, and FAFSA application reminders to students.
  • Manage the Federal Pell Grant Program, including verification of eligibility, biweekly submission of origination and disbursement records, problem-solving errors or other delays with reporting, releasing funds for disbursement, biweekly reconciliation of funds between Jenzabar JFA, COD, and with the Business Office, and verifying the completion of the annual closeout process in compliance with federal regulations.
  • Evaluate the legitimacy of financial aid appeals due to special circumstances.
  • Complete all Return to Title IV (R2T4) calculations in a timely manner, ensuring the return of unearned funding, and sending required communication to students and Student Accounts office.
  • Assist with testing the accuracy of the annual financial aid packaging policy and table setup needed to award financial aid.
  • Evaluate, establish, implement, and document policies and procedures that reflect institutional or regulatory changes related to areas of responsibility.
  • Produce reports as needed.
  • Attend annual conferences and/or webinars to stay current with the rules and regulations of financial aid.
  • Ensure that all regulations and policies of ED, ODHE, The Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections, and Wilmington College are followed.
  • Work with State of Ohio aid programs if they are relevant to the prison program.
Requirements
  • Two (2) years of related experience is required. Related experience may include social work, banking, insurance, education, Human Resources (areas such as employee benefits) and similar fields.
  • Ability to exercise collaborative skills in the unique and complex environment of a correctional facility.
  • Ability to work well with diverse constituents, including college faculty, staff, administrators as well as incarcerated students and staff in correctional facilities.
  • Professional communication skills, good judgment, and high ethical standards.
  • Ability to meet objectives that support Wilmington College's strategic plan in a timely and effective manner.
  • Current working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ability to learn necessary college-related databases.
  • Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously while providing great attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to manage data-both reporting and interpreting of financial aid information.
  • Ability to manage resources and operations effectively and efficiently.
  • Ability to work in the evenings and on weekends.
  • Ability to pass an Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections background check at correctional institutions where Wilmington College is offering degree programs.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience with Jenzabar JFA software platform.


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job SummaryThe Financial Aid Coordinator for the Prison Education Program will provide a wide range of counseling, processing, and support services to students seeking financial aid assistance while incarcerated in an Ohio correctional facility and enrolled in Wilmington College's Prison Education Program (PEP).This is a full-time, 12-month administrative...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job SummaryWilmington College is seeking a highly skilled Financial Aid Coordinator to join our team in the Prison Education Program. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for providing financial aid counseling to incarcerated students and managing the completion of the FAFSA at various correctional facilities.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Financial Aid Coordinator Job SummaryWilmington College is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Financial Aid Coordinator to join our team. This full-time, 12-month administrative position will provide counseling, processing, and support services to students seeking financial aid assistance while incarcerated in an Ohio correctional facility and...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job SummaryThe Wilmington College Prison Education Program is seeking a highly qualified Business faculty member to join our team. This full-time, long-term position will serve the Prison Education Program, teaching courses in Business Administration at three correctional institutions in Southwest Ohio. The successful candidate will have a strong commitment...

  • Care Coordinator

    1 month ago


    Wilmington, Ohio, United States CareStar Full time

    Care Coordinator OpportunityCareStar, Inc. is seeking a motivated and compassionate Care Coordinator to join our team. As a Care Coordinator, you will play a vital role in conducting in-person eligibility evaluations for individuals applying for specific programs and creating person-centered service plans.Key Responsibilities:Conduct thorough eligibility...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Staff Accountant II to join our team at Wilmington College. The successful candidate will provide accounting support to the CFO/VP of Business & Finance and Sr. Director of Financial Operations.Key ResponsibilitiesInitiate and process monthly standard, bank, and other general ledger journal...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job Title: Student Success CoordinatorWilmington College is seeking a Student Success Coordinator to join our team. This role will work directly with students, faculty, staff, and administrators to resolve student issues and concerns.The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of student success and retention strategies, as well as excellent...

  • Senior Accountant

    4 weeks ago


    Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job DescriptionWilmington College seeks a highly skilled Senior Accountant to provide accounting support to the CFO and Director of Financial Operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting and financial operations, with a minimum of 5 years of experience.Key Responsibilities:Initiate and process monthly standard general journal...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Anew Behavioral Health Full time

    Job OverviewAnew Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Care Coordinator to join our team in Wilmington, Ohio. As a key member of our mental health agency, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of patient management and ensuring the well-being of our clients.This is a contract position with flexible scheduling,...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job Title: Social Work Program DirectorWilmington College is seeking a highly experienced and skilled Social Work Program Director to lead our undergraduate social work program through the accreditation process with the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). The successful candidate will have a strong background in social work, program administration, and...

  • Director of Wellness

    1 month ago


    Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wilmington College Full time

    Job Title: Director of WellnessWilmington College is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to serve as the Director of Wellness. This is a key leadership position that will play a critical role in shaping the college's wellness initiatives and programs.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement a comprehensive wellness program that promotes...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Wyndy LLC Full time

    At Wyndy LLC, we are seeking a qualified childcare provider to care for a first grader in a safe and nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in caring for young children and ensuring their safety and well-being. Key responsibilities include supervising, engaging in age-appropriate activities, and providing snacks and meals. Effective...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States LHC Group Full time

    Job Title: Physical TherapistLHC Group is seeking a skilled Physical Therapist to join our team in Wilmington, Ohio.Job SummaryWe are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist to provide high-quality patient care in a home health setting. As a Physical Therapist with LHC Group, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient...

  • Physical Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Wilmington, Ohio, United States MedAdventures Full time

    Physical Therapist OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated professional to provide exceptional care in a supportive environment. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to apply your skills and expertise in physical therapy. If you are passionate about helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals, we encourage you to...

  • Physical Therapist

    4 weeks ago


    Wilmington, Ohio, United States MedAdventures Full time

    Physical Therapist Job OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated professional to provide exceptional care in a supportive environment. This temporary position offers a unique opportunity to apply your skills and expertise in physical therapy. We value expertise in physical therapy and are passionate about helping patients achieve their rehabilitation...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Anders Group Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Mobile CT Imaging Specialist to join our team at Anders Group.This is a 13-week travel assignment in Wilmington, Ohio, where you will be working as a CT Technologist. As a Mobile CT Imaging Specialist, you will be responsible for providing high-quality imaging services to patients in a variety of settings.Job...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Shelter Mutual Insurance Company Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as a Shelter Insurance AgentAre you a driven entrepreneur looking to make a difference in your community? Do you have a passion for helping people and a desire to build a successful business? If so, we invite you to explore the opportunity to become a Shelter Insurance Agent.As a Shelter Agent, you will have the support of a top-rated...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States World Equestrian Center Wilmington Full time

    Job Title: Assistant Rooms Division ManagerThe World Equestrian Center is seeking an experienced Assistant Rooms Division Manager to assist in the supervision and direction of the rooms department's daily operations.The Assistant Rooms Division Manager will ensure every effort is made to deliver exceptional guest service and meet financial profitability.Key...

  • Nurse Practitioner

    1 month ago


    Wilmington, Ohio, United States Matrix Medical Network Full time

    Job SummaryWe are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner to join our team as a Home Risk Assessment Specialist. In this role, you will conduct comprehensive health assessments in the comfort of patients' homes, identifying potential health risks and providing personalized care plans to improve health outcomes.Key Responsibilities:Conduct home visits to assess...


  • Wilmington, Ohio, United States Air Transport Services Group Full time

    Air Transport Services Group is seeking a skilled HR Recruiter to support full life cycle recruiting efforts for the company and its subsidiaries. This role involves monitoring job boards and social media, sourcing qualified candidates, and developing creative recruiting strategies to find and interact with the talent pool. The successful candidate will...