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Ellucian Colleague Financial Aid Consultant - Full Time - (Midwest & West Regions Preferred)

College Aid Services, LLC is actively seeking (onsite and hybrid) consultants to work throughout the mid-west and west coast, who have utilized the Ellucian Colleague software platform. We are looking for candidates with exemplary Colleague experience and at least 5-10 years of recent experience in a Financial Aid Office setting to perform tasks such as Parameter Roll, Software upgrades, data exchange, management of funds, federal loan and grant processing, originations, and disbursements.

Successful candidates must demonstrate competency and be well-versed in the administration of financial aid programs. Successful candidates will have expertise in the Ellucian Colleague system to successfully integrate with other systems through external and internal reporting platforms. Consultants must be able to create dynamic reports to address internal and external needs such as FISAP, Reconciliation, and all other system management tasks and duties. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work independently. Contract assignments can be both short and long-term and may include travel. Hours can also vary by assignment.

PowerFAIDS Financial Aid Consultant - Full Time - (Northeast & Mid-Atlantic Regions Preferred)

College Aid Services, LLC (CAS) is actively seeking (onsite and hybrid) consultants to work within the northeast and mid-Atlantic region, mostly, and have experience using the College Board's PowerFAIDS software platform. We are looking for candidates with exemplary PowerFAIDS experience and at least five to eight years of recent experience in a financial aid office setting to perform tasks such as Parameter Roll, Software upgrades, data exchange, management of funds, federal loan and grant processing, originations, and disbursements.  Candidates must be able to lead, mentor, and guide teams while filling interim or short-term (3-6 months) assignments.  Independent consultants work with our clients and serve as an extension of their staff.

Successful candidates must demonstrate competency and be well-versed in the administration of financial aid programs. Successful candidates will have expertise in the PowerFAIDS system to successfully integrate with other systems through external and internal reporting platforms. Consultants must be able to create dynamic reports to address internal and external needs such as FISAP, Reconciliation, and all other system management tasks and duties. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to work independently. Contract assignments can be both short and long-term and may include travel. Hours can also vary by assignment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience 
• Proficiency and working knowledge of  Ellucian Colleague or PowerFAIDS.
• Proficiency in federal regulations and compliance; experience with federal reporting requirements (e.g. FISAP, IPEDS, HEERF, etc.)
• Highly detail oriented with strong ability to understand client needs and lead teams toward a common goal.
• Strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to motivate, develop and train staff.
• Flexible availability for contract work assignments
• Prior consulting experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidates with NASFAA professional credentials 
• Candidates with NASFAA FAAC®
• Candidates who are interested in full-time assignments and have the willingness to travel.

About College Aid Services, LLC

Since 2002, College Aid Services has been providing solutions to higher education institutions that help put the puzzle pieces together.  College Aid Services is a leader in providing customizable solutions that fit an institution’s specific needs. At the heart of what we do is to achieve student success at the institutions we serve. We are committed in providing exceptional service and solutions to our clients. Our solutions include: Interim Staffing, Business Process Reviews, Remote Processing, Technology Support, Title IV Compliance Support, Business Intelligence Analytics, Training, Executive Coaching, and Marketing and Communications Services.

College Aid Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. College Aid Services participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Apply at: https://www.collegeaidservices.net/careers/