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Job Posting – Director of Financial Aid

Director of Financial Aid

Arkansas Baptist College

Director of Financial Aid

 

 The Financial Aid Director will be responsible for the overall administration and oversight of the college’s Financial Aid program.

 

 Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Establish and administer all federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures relating to student financial aid, student employment & scholarships.
  • Create and monitor financial aid budgets.
  • Coordinate the day-to-day management of the Financial Aid Office; supervises trains, and evaluates staff.
  • Prepare all federal, state, and institutional reports pertaining to aid/scholarships, and serves as liaison to state and federal funding agencies.
  • Administer the Title IV student financial aid programs to include grants, loans, and any other financial aid programs that may be established.
  • Serve as an active member of various committees throughout the College.
  • Coordinate provision of services to constituents and maintain a complete understanding of all Federal financial aid rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Developmental implementation of short- and long-range goals and objectives for the financial aid office.
  • Assist in counseling students and parents regarding financial aid eligibility and debt management matters, as well as analysis and awarding of financial aid funds.
  • Present financial aid workshops for prospective students & parents and make visits to area schools and career fairs to promote financial aid availability to students.
  • Prepare the annual FISAP report and any other reports requested by the Federal and/or State Government.
  • Coordinate audits of records.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or related field, plus 7-10 years’ experience working in the Financial Aid Office at a higher education institution
  • Excellent oral and written skills
  • Computer literacy
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Knowledge of Financial Aid regulations and procedures
  • Organizational management skills

Ability to work a flexible schedule