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NEOGOV · 6 hours ago

CASFA Program Manager - Transparency Posting

Denver Metro, CO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $68K/yr

4+ years exp

NEOGOV is part of the State of Colorado, seeking a CASFA Program Manager to lead the Colorado Application for State Financial Aid (CASFA) program. The role involves managing completion efforts, conducting program assessments, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the CASFA program.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct a program assessment of CASFA, which includes identifying and effectively implementing systems improvement opportunities

Maintain the CASFA program by working in tandem with the communications team to prepare marketing materials, fact sheets and tracking documentation; providing internal and external technical assistance; collecting and evaluating data and preparing reports; implementing efficiencies across programs; and creating and reviewing internal and external documents for completeness and accuracy

Facilitate Colorado Association of Financial Aid Administrators (CAFAA) working group with external stakeholders

Manage requests for proposal process, evaluate vendor proposals, draft scope of work for contract, assist software developers with data migration, provide content expertise and incorporate required statutory improvements for software implementation

Work with software companies to create streamlined processes, implement system upgrades, update the application as needed

Create and implement new CASFA policy in collaboration with Department and stakeholders

Lead the policy priorities of CASFA by monitoring related legislation and informing policy discussions and track existing legislation

Orient and brief the Department and Commissioners of Higher Education on CASFA programs and policies

Develop agenda items to bring for discussion with the Colorado Commission on Higher Education (CCHE) and the Department

Aid and assist financial aid directors from institutions of higher education in the state to answer questions and identify and implement system improvements

Coordinate with and deliver presentations at other Department events and training courses

Qualification

Grants ManagementCASFA Program ExpertiseProject ManagementPublic Policy KnowledgeData AnalysisBilingual (Spanish)Technical CommunicationTeam CollaborationTime ManagementPresentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's or graduate degree from an accredited university or college in research, higher education or related field

Four (4) years of experience in project management, grants management, education or related industry

Experience working with applicants, students and parents regarding financial aid, scholarships, work-study employment and (FASFA)

Bi-lingual(Spanish) speaking and writing

Valid Colorado driver's license and compliance with all requirements for driving a state vehicle are required throughout the term of employment

Preferred

Experience in presenting technical information to nontechnical audiences and in leading collective decision making

Knowledge of public policy issues related to higher education and the role of administrative agencies in the executive branch

Knowledge of analytical methods and techniques used in higher education finance or financial aid

Knowledge of Advance office practices, procedures, software and equipment, including the use of personal computers, telephones, Zoom, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams)

CASFA program, expert level

Ability to read and interpret new and existing statutes to identify the impact of proposed legislation on the department

Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations

Ability to establish and maintain relationships with internal/external stakeholders

Ability to analyze program data at an institutional and system wide level

Ability to apply time management skills to prioritize work

Ability to present technical information to nontechnical audiences

Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations to various audience members

Ability to apply culturally responsive practice

Ability to take the initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner

Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbally

Communicate in English and Spanish strongly preferred