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, determined based on relevant years of work experience provided on application and resume.

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.

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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…