Coordinator II - Financial Aid Analyst

Financial Aid

How would you like to work for a dynamic, innovative and growing State College? Daytona State has trained the future leaders of Volusia and Flagler Counties and beyond for more than 65 years. Our graduates serve in the critical fields of healthcare, emergency services, business, education, hospitality, engineering, cybersecurity, digital media and more. We want you to be part of our team!

We offer competitive salaries, excellent health, dental and life insurance plans, and the opportunity to participate in the Florida Retirement System. Employees also enjoy a wide range of other incentives such as professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, free use of our aquatic and fitness centers, discounts on cultural events, generous leave policies and more.

We’re honored to be included in Orlando Business Journal's “Best Employers in Volusia County” rankings.

You belong here!

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor degree in Computer Applications, Information Technology, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in a financial aid setting.
• Strong foundation in SQL, PeopleSoft Queries, and Excel reporting.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of financial aid systems with experience in financial aid upgrades, reports, and software problems

Key Responsibilities: This is not a comprehensive list of responsibilities.

• Prepare, review, and analyze financial aid data/information to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures for the Financial Aid Services Office.
• Provide technical support for the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, PeopleSoft, and other software, including testing, upgrades, and troubleshooting software problems in collaboration with our Business Analyst.
• This individual will generate processes for various letters and emails distributed by the office.
• Create and maintain support documentation and perform other related tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Serves as a resource for employees needing information about financial aid tables, data groups, and fields.
• Use sound judgement to provide experienced analysis of of existing data and satisfies ad-hoc reporting/analysis requests.
• Performs analysis to interpret and determine validity and quality of data.
• Performs migration and conversion of data as needed in support of analysis and aid-year rollover.
• Researches and stays up-to-date with best practices, technology, and tools to make recommendations to improve data analysis services and approaches.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Knowledge of query and database management as well as knowledge of various reporting software (SQL, Access, Excel, PeopleSoft, etc.).
• Ability to  communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Be skilled in customer service, record keeping and communication.
• Must be creative and have the ability to work independent with special projects.
• Possess the ability to multi-task, utilize time management, and be well organized.

For consideration, applicants must submit an online application at www.DaytonaState.edu/hr. Applicants may also upload their cover letter, resume and transcripts of all degrees and coursework. Application must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. If formal education occurred at an international institution, a copy of the degree evaluation must be uploaded and submitted with the online application. Candidates will not be considered if copies of transcripts (and / or third-party evaluations) are not furnished by the position closing date. Any candidate hired must supply official transcripts within 30 days of employment.    

Criminal background checks are required.                                                                                               

For more information, please contact us at 386.506.4505 or visit our website at http://www.DaytonaState.edu.                                                           

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.  To request accommodations, contact 386.506.4505.                                                                                       

Daytona State College prohibits discrimination and provides equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. For more details, read our policy at this site https://www.daytonastate.edu/equity/index.html or contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Building 100, Room 303 Daytona Beach.

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