Financial Aid Loan Coordinator

Job Overview

At Clarke University, everything we do is focused on making an impact on students so they can positively impact the world.  For students, it means a place where more than facts are studied – it means new ways of thinking are explored. For faculty and staff, it means more than just coming to work every day – it means truly collaborating across the university to put student success first. It also means living and working in a thriving city named one of the “most livable” small cities in the country and one of “Best Green Places” in the country.

The university is currently seeking a qualified individual to assume the role of Loan Coordinator.  The Loan Coordinator plays a critical role in loan communications and processing. The Loan Coordinator is one of two front line staff who have varied duties described below.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain relationships with the payroll office to jointly investigate and resolve student payroll issues.
• Assist students with the required pre-employment paperwork (I-9, W-4, Work Authorization)
• Certify and process Federal Direct and private educational loans.
• Complete reconciliation of loans through Datatel and COD monthly for Federal Loans.
• Ensure each student borrower meets the Federal eligibility requirements for Direct and PLUS loans
• and lender requirements for private loans.
• Manage loan disbursements and communicate to Student Accounts.
• Research, communicate, and resolve all loan issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Employee must possess excellent organizational and communication skills, customer service experience and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Bachelor degree recommended and experience in financial aid highly preferred. A preference for someone with strong Microsoft Office skills, financial aid, and Datatel experience is highly recommended.

Visit our web site at www.clarke.edu to view additional Clarke information. This search is open until filled.  To apply, please submit a letter of application and resume online at https://clarke.applicantpool.com/jobs. Resume review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Clarke University is committed to fostering a welcoming campus community that celebrates the unique contributions of each person and promotes an inclusive learning environment. Clarke University does not discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.