Financial Professional Jobs in Minnesota

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Working Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 2 - Financial Aid Specialist Return to Title IV

Institution:

Minneapolis Community and Technical College

MnSCU Academic Professional 2

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Minneapolis

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$26.12 - $37.91

Job Description

This position is responsible for analyzing and overseeing complex financial aid compliance and support operations for the institution, specifically on Return to Title IV (R2T4), Pell Lifetime Eligibility Usage (LEU) processing, and federal loan support. This position acts as an institutional subject matter expert, interpreting complex state and federal regulations and developing procedures and operational processes to ensure compliance and consistent service delivery. Additionally, this role provides high-level consultation, training, and technical guidance to Enrollment Advisors and cross-functional colleagues within a One Stop environment.

Salary Range:

$26.12 - $37.91 per hour / $54,539 - $79,156 annually

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience working with financial aid administration and regulatory compliance or a combination of education and experience.

• Experience with and knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations

• Knowledge of business software programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access sufficient to enter data, run reports, format correspondence and presentation/training materials.

• Ability to read, understand, and interpret institutional, state and federal policies and regulations sufficient to use in advising and updating and/or revising processes.

• Strong analytical, communication and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualification

• Experience with and knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations and the Return of Title IV (R2T4), calculating/processing R2T4 returns.

• Experience with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities’ student data system, ISRS.

• Knowledge of Admissions, Student Accounts, Record and Registration policies and practices.

• Knowledge of federal financial aid computer programs and websites (including CPS, COD, NSLDS) sufficient to enter data, query reports and submit reports.

Other Requirements

In order to be considered for this position, you must be in good standing with Minneapolis College.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30 pm

Telework (Yes/No)

This position may be eligible for partial telework in accordance with Minneapolis College’s telework guidelines.

Application Procedure

Attach cover letter, and cv/resume. Application materials submitted by any other method cannot be considered. Applicants should be prepared to provide contact information of four (4) references, including two (2) managers, who can directly address your qualifications for this position (prefer that at least one reference observed you while you were acting in a teaching capacity).

About

Minneapolis College is a proud member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The campus is located in the heart of a vibrant and diverse metropolitan community. Faculty and staff collaborate to offer a supportive environment that values active and applied learning, community engagement, sustainability and global and cultural understanding. Our faculty and staff enjoy excellent benefits, and a team environment and challenging careers. As an affirmative action and equal opportunity institution, we are committed to supporting the continued growth of our diverse community.

The College is 100 years strong and has a rich history and mission that is still relevant today. The safety of all members of the Minneapolis College campus community is of vital concern.

Resources including the current Annual Compliance and Security Report are available at the link Minneapolis College Public Safety or go to https://minneapolis.edu/student-services/public-safety.

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable bargaining unit agreement or personnel plan.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that features low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles, employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option. To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling. Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.

To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave. We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options. Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents. Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.

Desired Start Date:

09-25-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

09-17-2026

Close Date:

09-27-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Josh Kue

Posting Contact Email:

josh.kue@minneapolis.edu