Compliance & Awarding Specialist - Student Financial Services

Position Summary The primary purpose of this position is to work closely with the Manager, Compliance & Awarding to support direct daily management and oversight of compliance and awarding activities within Student Financial Services. This position serves as one of the primary federal and state financial aid regulatory resources and provides guidance and support to the office in the areas of regulatory compliance. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Acts as a resource for compliance‑related questions and student awarding inquiries. Oversees federal grant program disbursements to ensure compliance with Department of Education guidelines. Tracks and monitors federal disbursements to ensure accuracy and timely submission to the Department of Education’s COD system. Provides training and support in compliance‑related activities to Student Financial Services staff and external campus partners. Provides additional support to the Manager of Compliance and Awarding to ensure proper controls are in place for managing compliance activities. Engages in consistent and ongoing interactions with students regarding awards and applications, and with governmental agencies regarding compliance issues. Maintains and updates documentation on compliance policies and procedures as necessary. Working Conditions Job Location/Working Conditions Work conducted in an open‑office environment, including computer work, answering telephone calls, and responding to emails. Physical Effort Limited travel anticipated for off‑campus/out‑of‑town training and conferences. Equipment Office equipment. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Relevant Experience (3 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. Preferred Qualifications Experience in a full‑service Financial Aid Office. Experience with PowerFAIDS. Active involvement in state, regional, or national financial aid organizations (MASFAP, MASFAA, NASFAA, etc). NASFAA Credentials. Thorough understanding of regulations surrounding federal and state student financial aid programs. Experience in leading process improvements through continuous review and auditing of processes. Thorough functional use of PowerFAIDS, SIS, Workday, and other related systems. Ability to work well with internal and external partners. Grade: G10 Salary Range: $49,700.00 - $82,100.00 / Annually. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Benefits Statement Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate‑level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington University in St. Louis