Job Description
Lead Financial Aid Technician
Posting Number: S01785
Campus:
Department: 5102-Financial Aid
Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.
Expected Pay Scale
Minimum: $31.25 Hourly
Maximum $31.25 Hourly
Job Summary
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to interpret regulations and apply them effectively in day-to-day operations.
- Strong focus on data accuracy and ensuring records are aligned and complete.
- Skilled in identifying issues and improving processes to prevent them from recurring.
- Clear and professional written communication and documentation skills.
- High level of attention to detail with a strong commitment to compliance.
- Ability to influence and guide others, even without direct supervisory authority.
- Sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
- Adaptable and comfortable navigating change and evolving priorities.
- Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience:
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressively responsible financial aid processing experience in a Title IV environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in federal aid regulations including:
Verification, SAP, R2T4, Enrollment reporting, Professional judgment, Packaging and recalculation logic - Experience with Banner and/or Ellucian financial aid systems.
- Strong data analysis skills using Excel, reporting tools, and system queries.
- Proven ability to interpret regulatory guidance and apply operationally.
- Experience supporting audits, reconciliations, or compliance reviews.
Preferred Qualifications
- Major in Business, Finance, Accounting, Higher Education, or related field preferred.
- NASFAA credentials (FAAC®, CRPC®, etc.).
Experience:
- Experience supporting system implementations or major process redesigns.
- Experience developing procedural documentation and training materials.
- Exposure to internal control frameworks and audit evidence management.
Posting Date: 06/12/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2027
Essential Job Duties
To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/36215
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Western University of Health Sciences, located in Pomona, CA and Lebanon, OR, is an independent nonprofit health professions university, conferring degrees in dental medicine, health sciences, medical sciences, nursing, optometry, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, podiatric medicine and veterinary medicine. WesternU is home to WesternU Health, where the best in collaborative health care services is offered and WesternU Pet Health, where we enhance and prolong the loving relationship between families and their pets.
For over 45 years, WesternU has prepared health care professionals for long-term career success. Our educational approach is centered around humanistic values, so that our graduates treat every patient as the unique individual they are. WesternU also is one of the largest graduate schools for the health sciences in California and our Alumni rank among the top leaders in health care and medicine throughout the country and the world.
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