The Financial Aid Specialist coordinates financial aid administration for all Elmhurst University students including new and returning student awarding processes, preparation of materials for financial aid offer letters, and overseeing all student loan processes. The position interacts with students to adjust student loans as requested and facilitates notifications of required information.
Salary Range $21.63 - 23.08. This is the expected hourly range for this position. The actual hourly wage offered will depend on a candidate’s experience and education, and departmental budget. Essential Functions
- Is responsible for financial aid awarding processes for all student types.
- Reviews daily ISIRs and reviews for packaging and repackaging of federal, state, and institutional financial aid.
- Provides regular reporting related to primary responsibilities and assists in maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Oversees all Federal Direct Loan processes including PLUS applications, loan cancellations and adjustments, and regular reconciliation.
- Manages outgoing loan-related communications including notifications for missing information and exit counseling.
- Oversees all private loan processes including certifications, cancellations, adjustments as well as maintain the department’s ElmSelect profile.
- Monitors and resolves issues related to aggregate loan limits, overawards, and grade level changes.
- Counsels and communicates with students as it relates to their loans and participates in on-campus events that include student interaction.
- Assists in coordinating audits, compliance reviews, and survey data collection.
- Attends trainings and conferences in key areas and maintains an understanding of trends.
- Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Supports the University’s mission, vision, and values.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience in financial aid administration.
- Familiarity with federal and state financial aid regulations.
- Strong communication, organizational, and technical skills.
- Experience in federal, state, institutional financial aid awarding processes.
- Ellucian Colleague experience.
Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move object.
Work Hours Posting Date 07/23/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
An overview of Elmhurst University benefits is available here.
Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University is among the top-ranked colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity Employer. Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University is among the top-ranked colleges and universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the University’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity. Elmhurst University is an equal opportunity Employer. Elmhurst University prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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