Jobs at JCCC - Details - Financial Aid Coordinator, Fraud Prevention

Position, Department: Financial Aid Coordinator, Fraud Prevention, Student Success & Engagement

Type of Position: Full-time Hourly, Non-Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 40 hours per week

Pay Range:  $20.47-$26.35 and determined based on relevant years of work experience.

Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No

Benefits Category: Full-time Benefits 

Position Summary: The Financial Aid Coordinator plays a vital role in protecting the college from identity theft, financial aid fraud, and abuse. This position is responsible for identifying and investigating suspicious activity, monitoring fraud-related trends, and ensuring accurate and timely reporting. The Coordinator supports compliance with federal regulations and internal policies while collaborating across departments to maintain a secure and student-centered environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in fraud detection, investigation, or analysis; experience in financial aid or cybersecurity preferred.
• Strong understanding of fraud detection methodologies and technologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and capable of leveraging data analytics to detect patterns and trends.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to document findings and make data-driven recommendations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate complex information clearly and professionally.
• Knowledge of regulations governing the higher education and financial aid sectors.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, and cover letter.

*Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

Position Details: Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist in coordinating a cross functional fraud prevention team to support fraud prevention initiatives.
• Oversee and manage student communications related to identity theft or fraud disputes, ensuring prompt resolution. 
• Analyze trends and incidents to identify and mitigate fraud and abuse risks. 
• Compile, summarize, and maintain documentation for internal reporting and regulatory compliance. 
• Support the institution’s Identity Theft Prevention Program by identifying risk factors and detecting potentially fraudulent activity.
• Develop, implement, and maintain fraud prevention programs and procedures to mitigate risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct thorough investigations into reported or suspected fraud cases, including documentation and recommendations for resolution.
• Communicate findings and process improvement recommendations to the Director of Financial Aid and/or Supervisor.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, including Title IV Program Integrity Rules prohibiting incentive-based recruiting or admissions.
• Compile confirmed fraud incidents and report findings to the Senior Financial Aid Compliance Coordinator for OIG referral.
• Monitor evolving fraud schemes, technologies, and regulatory updates to refine strategies.
• Conduct internal audits to verify compliance with fraud prevention policies and procedures. 
• Educate staff on fraud detection and prevention strategies through training or resource sharing.
• Assist with financial literacy, default management and skip tracing.
• Perform other duties and participate in special projects as assigned by department leadership.

*Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

About JCCC: Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture – not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Equal Employment Opportunity: JCCC provides equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals.  JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws. 

Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@jccc.edu), or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550,Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.

Disclosure:  If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR Generalist for this position. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.