- Manhattan, Kansas, United States
- Student Financial Assistance
- Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Regular)
- Closing at: Sep 11 2026 - 23:55 CDT
This position serves as the primary individual within the Office of Student Financial Assistance’s (OSFA’s) five (5) member scholarship unit responsible for the timely and accurate processing of scholarship programs targeted toward specific cohorts of students. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of professional collaboration across administrative offices and/or across business units specific to the accurate and timely delivery of financial aid or other fiscal benefits. Examples of scholarship programs with specific eligibility criteria include state sponsored scholarships, philanthropic educational foundation scholarships, sponsoring community scholarships, targeted institutional gift aid, etc.. In addition, the position administers, tracks, and audits all scholarships made by the university’s athletic department. The incumbent must possess a robust ability to interpret and apply complex statutory and regulatory guidelines, since the administrative duties associated with this position must ensure the office’s compliance with federal, Title IV, student aid, state aid, NCAA, Big XII Conference, and institutional eligibility requirements. Working in tandem with other OSFA staff members, this position supports the office’s overall enrollment management mission of delivering student aid resources in a timely and student service friendly manner. Examples of such general duties include processing waivers targeted toward specific university charges, accounting for anticipated sponsorship awards as part of student financial aid packages and collaborating with scholarship stakeholders both within and outside of the university.
Take the next step toward making your educational dreams a reality! The Office of Student Financial Assistance and our expert financial aid advisors are here to help you find the best financial options during your time at K-State.
This position is On-site.
All employees must reside in the United States when they begin working to comply with state law. K-State is unable to provide remote or hybrid work opportunities for residents of the state of Idaho.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and five years of relevant experience. Requirements may be met through a combination of work experience and education.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree
- 2 – 3 years’ experience utilizing a third party, higher education student information system such as, Banner, PeopleSoft, Powerfaids, etc.
- 2 - 3 years’ experience in accounting, budgeting, or similar financial tasks
Strong track record of collaboratively working across business units toward common mission
critical outcomes.
- Robust customer service experience requiring ability to detail/explain complex regulatory/policy rules in an administrative/office setting.
- 1 - 2 years providing training and/or presentations to small – medium-size audiences
- Prefer experience in designing, testing, and creating business reports and/or experience
extracting data utilizing query or crystal reports.
- Prefer exposure to a large post-secondary educational institution as an employee or student.
- 1 – 2 years robust understanding and application of federal, Title IV, student financial aid
regulations
Sponsorship eligibility:
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship
Please submit the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Three Professional References
Applications close on: September 11, 2026
$20.30 - $25.87/hour ($42,224 - $53,810/annually)
Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.
Employees must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment. International candidates who require employer-sponsored work authorization are welcome to apply. Eligibility for visa sponsorship depends on several factors, including but not limited to, the job’s occupational requirements, specific duties, wage level, the candidate’s qualifications (such as degree field) and available departmental resources. As a result, not all positions or applicants will be eligible for sponsorship.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
Some positions are eligible for remote or hybrid working arrangements. An employee who is working in a remote or hybrid capacity for K-State must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote and hybrid work arrangements are not available for anyone who resides in the state of Idaho.
Kansas participates in the MakeMyMove program, which connects eligible newcomers with participating communities offering financial incentives, housing support, and local perks to help make your move easier and more rewarding. If relocating from outside of Kansas you can visit the site to apply online for the program incentives.
Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.
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