Specialist I, Government Funding Programs

Position Summary:

The Specialist I, Government Funding Programs ensures Federal Student Aid and military funds are in accordance with federal, state, and institutional regulations and guidelines. The Specialist I, Government Funding Programs reviews funding documents to ensure compliance is achieved prior to the administration and delivery of federal funding.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Reviews prospective and current learner documents to verify accuracy eligibility and completeness, necessary to draw Title IV and military funds.
• Evaluates the accuracy of completed verification, professional judgment, C code reviews, Unusual Enrollment History (UEH), ISIR rejections, and resolves conflicting data.
• Determines accuracy of packaging and disbursement.
• Utilizes multiple databases and technology including Common Origination & Disbursement (COD), National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS), and Central Processing System (CPS) to ensure compliance with institutional and federal regulations.
• Participates in the successful implementation of other functional projects as they arise.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• A high school diploma or general equivalent is required.
• At least one year of experience in a professional environment that is highly regulated including finance, higher education, or medical field is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Federal Student Aid and/or military funding is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required.
• Demonstrated experience in an institution of higher learning or student funding is preferred.

All new hires are required to attend New Collaborator Orientation (NCO) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The College will cover travel, lodging, and other accommodations.

Nightingale’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is reflected both in our learners and collaborators because we believe the best outcomes for learners from underserved and diverse populations are achieved through collaborators with similar backgrounds and cultures. Nightingale Education Group is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission (not just words on the wall, we live it, love it, and daily contribute to it): With the primary focus on higher learning in healthcare professions, Nightingale Education Group contributes to elevating education, health, and employment systems through facilitation of academic achievement, personal growth, and professional development of its learners, alumni, and collaborators, while serving diverse communities.

At Nightingale Education Group, our Innovative Education model helps transform rural health landscapes through our blended-distance learning platform. Every person involved with Nightingale Education Group helps to change the lives of our learners, our communities, and ultimately the world by adding to the quality of healthcare. We are proud to have graduated nearly 5,000 nurses serving communities in need. We are serious about our outcomes and have a little bit of fun getting there.

The professional and personal development of our learners and our collaborators is our company’s foundation. Not only do we develop strategies that promote a positive work-life integration, but we also create an environment that invites you to become an expert in your field, be it through higher education or professional development. Put simply, we elevate employment, elevate health, and elevate education. We’re so happy that you’ve found us!

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen.