Director of Financial Aid
Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Director of Financial Aid REPORTS TO: Vice President for Fiscal Services CLASSIFICATION: Administrative II STATUS: Full time, exempt LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month continuing position JOB OVERVIEW: This is an administrative level position providing support to students and parents with the Financial Aid process. The main duties of this position include reviewing Financial Aid application materials; assimilating and comprehending Federal regulations and policies; performing data entry functions as required; and, providing current and potential students with general information regarding the programs, services, and facilities of the college. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees the supervision of personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Oversees all facets of the daily operations of the Financial Aid Office, ensuring compliance with the college, state, and federal laws, policies, and regulations. Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short- and long-range planning; develops and implements projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals. Administers accounting, reporting, and funding levels for specific programs; coordinates audits and program reviews. Develops or assists with the development and implementation of policies and procedures consistent with those of the College to ensure efficient and safe operation of the Financial Aid Office. Manages specialized databases and personal computer networks. Develops annual operating budgets and provides fiscal direction to the office. Coordinates activities of Financial Aid Office with those of other institutional offices in administering financial aid programs. Represents the college at various community and/or high school meetings; promotes existing and new programs and/or policies. Directs and oversees the institutional Financial Aid and scholarship delivery system within applicable Federal and state statutes and regulations; interprets federal regulations, guidelines and professional literature on financial aid; informs Financial Aid staff of changes, modifications and interpretations resulting from new or current legislation; establishes and implements the philosophy, goals, budget and operating policies and procedures for the Financial Aid Office; hires, trains, supervises, evaluates and disciplines department employees; develops, manages and oversees department budget; monitors expenditures and funding availability. Prepares and submits appropriate applications and reports for the continued funding of Federal and state Financial Aid programs; ensures compliance with all applicable Federal and state laws and regulations; prepares Financial Aid and scholarship disbursement requests; certifies loan applications; calculates/processes Title IV refunds; reconciles Financial Aid account balances with Fiscal Services office and Federal and state records. Advises students and parents regarding eligibility and responsibility, program requirements, alternative resources and budgeting; provides information individually and in group presentations for both Financial Aid and scholarship programs; retrieves, processes, and transmits data to and from external sources; composes letters to legislative members expressing concerns and advocating Financial Aid issues. Interacts with various outside groups, agencies, associations, and individuals about issues concerning the College’s administration of Financial Aid programs. Monitors students’ enrollment to ensure that satisfactory academic progress is maintained. Maintains both college records and student records that document activities of the Financial Aid Office and provides data for reports. Keeps current on changes in laws and regulations to ensure that the school remains in compliance. Assists in reporting Pell Grant expenditures. Reconciles student Financial Aid data provided to the Business Office to ensure that all payments have been made, refunds are accounted for, and expenditures are reported. Compiles and submits all institutional, state and Federal reports concerning Title IV student aid programs. Prepares for and participates in program reviews and audits. Maintains OTAG and Federal Work Study program oversight. Cross-trains on multiple financial aid tasks.
The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Self-directed, with good organizational skills. Adaptability. Computer-literate with recent data entry experience. Ability to analyze data. Possess good oral and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with a variety of individuals. Knowledge of computer software, including PowerPoint, Excel, MS Word. Demonstrated willingness and ability to act ethically and socially responsible.
EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Bachelor’s degree required; Masters preferred. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Financial Aid.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Minimum travel between campuses may be required.
Connors State College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/E-Verify Employer.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $46,350.00 per year Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
Warner, OK 74469 (Required)
Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr