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Salary: $37,446.98 Annually
Location : Edwardsville, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 01403
Organization: Stu Financial Aid
Opening Date: 07/10/2026
Closing Date: 7/24/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
Financial Aid Coordinator (CS27-022)
To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Financial Aid Coordinator (CS27-022). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.
Why SIUE?
Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the University's presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.
What You Will Do

• Process financial aid for Accelerated Online Programs (AOP), including the School of Business, School of Education, and undergraduate programs, by administering federal Direct Loans to ensure eligible students receive accurate and timely financial aid packages.
• Create and submit loan applications to the appropriate agencies, download and process disbursement reports, and apply funds to student accounts.
• Monitor, research, and resolve loan, grant, and NSLDS errors and discrepancies, making necessary corrections to maintain compliance with federal regulations.
• Resolve overawards by adjusting student budgets and returning excess loan funds to the appropriate agencies when required.
• Process student-requested loan revisions, manually award additional unsubsidized loans for students with denied parent PLUS Loans, and package summer financial aid while repackaging student aid as needed throughout the academic year.
• Assist with testing Banner financial aid packaging software and processes, process outside scholarship checks, and ensure the accurate and efficient administration of financial aid programs.

FLSA: Non-Exempt
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
1. Any one or combination totaling three (3) years (36 months) from the categories below:
A. College coursework in any discipline, as measured by the following conversion table or its proportional equivalent:
30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)
Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)
90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)
Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)
B. Work experience coordinating office, business, or customer service/relations activities.
2. One (1) year (12 months) of higher education, student services, or closely related experience.
Familiarity with financial aid. Excellent organizational, management, analytical, interpersonal skills. General knowledge of state and federal financial aid programs and specialized knowledge about module based programs. Ability to coordinate multiple tasks with multiple deadlines. Good command of English language - oral and written. Excellent computer skills to include Microsoft Office Products. Experience with Banner.
Supplemental Information
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Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.
Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver's License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.
Classification: State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number: 0053 - SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at:
Veterans: Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the
Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks such as a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.
Work Authorization Information:
Visa Sponsorship & F-1/J-1 Visas
SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided.
International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.
E-Verify
SIUE is not currently enrolled in or participating in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program.
SIUE does not use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees through the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security databases. Therefore, the University cannot legally employ individuals who are on OPT STEM Extension, as we cannot provide an E-Verify case number, participation confirmation, or related documentation.
SIUE complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements, including completion and maintenance of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, for all employees as required under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).
Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application system and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at 618-650-2190 or via email at:
EEO Statement
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, please email
SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• University tuition waivers (full-time employees receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance;
• SURS retirement plan;
• Supplemental retirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLife programs;
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

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