"Compliance & Fraud Prevention Specialist, Financial Aid"

Johnson County Community College

Position: Compliance & Fraud Prevention Specialist, Financial Aid

Department: Student Success & Engagement

Type of Position: Full-time Hourly

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

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

Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No

Starting Salary Range: $23.16-$29.97 and determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

Position Summary:

Johnson County Community College (JCCC) inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities. The Financial Aid Compliance Coordinator & Fraud Prevention plays a significant role in supporting JCCC mission by ensuring institutional compliance with federal, state, and institutional requirements related to financial aid, curriculum, catalog, and academic data systems; working to prevent fraud. This position plays a critical role in safeguarding financial aid program integrity, preventing fraud and abuse, and ensuring the accuracy and alignment of curriculum, catalog, student information, and state reporting data that directly impact funding, eligibility, and compliance.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, business, accounting, information systems, compliance, or a related field.
• 2 + years relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a community college or public higher education environment.
• Knowledge of higher education compliance and Title IV Program Integrity regulations preferred.
• Familiarity with Banner SIS and Canvas software.
• Experience supporting audits, state reporting, or funding analysis.
• Training or certification in compliance, risk management, or fraud prevention.

Position Details:

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Fraud Investigation & Case Management:
  • Lead investigations into suspected or confirmed cases of financial aid fraud or identity theft, including documentation, resolution, and reporting.
  • Oversee and manage student communications related to identity theft or fraud disputes, ensuring timely and appropriate resolution.
  • Document and report confirmed fraud incidents to the Senior Financial Aid Compliance Coordinator who will then refer confirmed fraud to the Office of Inspector General (OIG).
  • Maintain accurate case records and supporting documentation.
• Compliance Oversight & Regulatory Reporting:
  • Prepare reports and documentation to support internal fraud oversight and regulatory compliance.
  • Assist in supporting institutional responses to compliance reviews and oversight inquiries.
• Fraud Prevention, Risk Assessment & Monitoring:
  • Support the institution's Identity Theft Prevention Program by identifying risk factors and monitoring fraud indicators.
  • Analyze data and trends to identify patterns of suspicious activity and recommend strategies to mitigate future risk.
  • Stay informed on emerging fraud schemes, technologies, and regulatory changes to strengthen prevention strategies.
• Policy Development, Training & Communication:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain fraud prevention policies, procedures, and training materials.
  • Educate financial aid staff on fraud prevention best practices through training, resource sharing, and process updates.
  • Communicate findings, risks, and process improvement recommendations to the Director of Financial Aid and appropriate campus partners.
• Institutional Support & Special Projects:
  • Assist with financial literacy initiatives and default management activities as needed.
  • Participate in special projects related to financial aid compliance, fraud prevention, or institutional priorities.

Other duties as assigned.

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.

Benefits Category

For Full‑time Employees:

• Health insurance with some employer paid options.
• Life insurance & AD&D (employer provided)
• Retirement plans (403(b), 457(b), and KPERS)
• Employer paid 8% contribution into a 403(b) no match required
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, personal, and floating holidays)
• 14 days of paid holidays
• Full tuition reduction for JCCC credit courses (for employee and eligible dependents)
• Tuition reimbursement / assistance for non‑JCCC courses for employee
• And many more!

Additional Incentives:

• Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
• Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center
• Snow days
• Professional development funding and training opportunities
• Mentorship program
• Recognition and awards programs
• Employee wellness programs

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.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success

To apply, please visit: https://careers.jccc.edu/en-us/job/497740