Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Knoxville, TN
Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. manages and administers all aspects of student financial aid program. Oversees the critical flow of all grant, loan, and scholarship dollars to proper entities as required. Being a Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. instructs students and parents on the application for loans or scholarships. Has knowledge of available private, state, and federal financial aid programs. Additionally, Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a senior institutional officer. The Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be a Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Associate Director of Counseling and Records Management - Financial Aid
- University of Tennessee
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Knoxville, TN
FULL_TIME
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The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Associate Director of Counseling & Records Management position. We are seeking candidates who can contribute in meaningful ways to enhancing the accessibility of higher education, fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment, improving the recruitment and graduation of our students.
Applications received within the first 2 weeks (14 days) of the job posting date will receive priority review.
The Position:
This is an on-campus position with some hybrid/remote work schedule flexibility.
Independent responsibility for managing and direct oversight of multiple areas of financial aid programs and the associated staff members. Expected to have a high level of technical knowledge and expertise in federal and state regulations, and will make independent judgments and decisions regarding federal, state, and institutional financial aid awards, appeals regarding initial and continuing aid eligibility. The position exercises substantial independence of administrative authority and discretion and is authorized to independently commit the institution to financial aid decisions. Has oversight and override authority for all appeals decisions. The position has substantial responsibility for assisting the Director of Financial Aid with all outreach and customer service efforts, for both internal and external partners. Assist in the development, implementation, and administration of Federal, State and University financial aid programs. Responsible for the oversight and direction of the counseling and verification teams. Owns responsibility for the daily student service operations of the office including oversight of financial aid email/ticket inquiries, phone queues and calendar.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressively responsible financial aid experience.
• Experience specifically related to federal and state financial aid programs in a college or university setting.
• Previous supervisory experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
Master's Degree
• 5 or more years of progressively responsible financial aid experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent and demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, the public, the university community, and external constituencies.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations and policies.
• Ability to work independently and under time constraints.
• Ability to supervise staff and coordinate job assignments.
• Strong computer skills required.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products (or similar).
• Ellucian Banner, OnBase, and/or TeamDynamix experience preferred.
The Division
The Enrollment Management (EM) division comprises more than 190 full-time staff who serve our students through the following departments and functions: Undergraduate Admissions, International Recruitment, Transfer Center, One Stop Student Services, Financial Aid and Scholarships, the Center for Financial Wellness, University Registrar, Pre-college Research Excellence Programs, EM Research & Analytics, EM Communications, and EM Operations. The Division of Enrollment Management is committed to our Vision, Mission and Values. We are passionate about fulfilling our land-grant mission of accessible education and making an impact that will transform lives through the student experience.
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is the state of Tennessee’s flagship university and is classified as a Carnegie Research 1 institution. As a land-grant university and as Volunteers, serving our state and nation is key to our mission. UT enrolls over 35,000 students (more than 6000 graduate/professional students) at its Knoxville campus. Led by the example of our Chancellor’s Cabinet and their Principles for Engagement, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, builds and supports an inclusive community that provides opportunities to lead, serve and engage as Volunteers and citizens. We strive to create a welcoming community rich with diverse experiences. We seek colleagues who are committed to teamwork and have a passion for working with and serving all constituents. We especially seek candidates who have an ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the goals of the university.
The Knoxville Community: Nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville has a metropolitan statistical area population of more than 850,000 people. We enjoy a dynamic culture that includes numerous theaters and museums, a vibrant and diverse music scene including a symphony orchestra and an opera company, world-class restaurants, numerous cultural festivals and an active downtown market square. Surrounded by lakes and the Tennessee River, the Knoxville area boasts wonderful year-round water activities, including boating, fishing, and swimming that make for scenic and breathtaking views of the area. Knoxville is located within easy driving distance to Asheville, Nashville, Atlanta, and the Great Smoky Mountains; and a day’s drive to Memphis, Chicago and Washington D.C.
For full consideration, applicants should submit a cover letter detailing relevant experience along with a resume and the name, e-mail address, and telephone number of three to five professional references. References will not be contacted without explicit permission of the candidate. - 5 Days Ago
Associate Director of Counseling and Records Management - Financial Aid
- University of Tennessee
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Knoxville, TN
FULL_TIME
- The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, (UTK) invites applications and nominations for our Associate Director of Counseling & Records Management positio...
- 5 Days Ago
Director of Financial Aid - Competency Based Education
- SOUTH COLLEGE
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KNOXVILLE, TN
FULL_TIME
- DescriptionSouth College invites capable, energetic, outgoing, applicants who are focused on transforming lives of our customers/students! At South College, you will help implement our strategy of “Wh...
- 1 Month Ago
Financial Aid
- PMTN Knoxville LLC
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Knoxville, TN
FULL_TIME
- Paul Mitchell the School Knoxville is seeking a qualified, energetic and highly motivated Financial Aid Leader to join our Team! With over one hundred schools nation-wide, Paul Mitchell Schools are gr...
- 6 Days Ago
Associate Director of Counseling and Records Management - Financial Aid and Scholarships
- University of Tennessee - Knoxville
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Knoxville, TN
FULL_TIME
- Associate Director of Counseling and Records Management - Financial Aid and Scholarships - 24000000LM Financial Aid and Scholarships Division of Enrollment Management University of Tennessee, Knoxvill...
- 15 Days Ago
Financial Aid Administrative Coordinator
- Johnson University
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Knoxville, TN
FULL_TIME
- The Office of Financial Aid at Johnson University invites applications for the position of Financial Aid Administrative Coordinator on the Tennessee campus. Applicants for this position should submit ...
- 1 Month Ago
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Head Mens Baseball Coach
- Pellissippi State Community College
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Knoxville, TN
- Title: Head Men's Baseball Coach Pay Rate: Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Director
- Morning Pointe
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Powell, TN
- Position Overview: The Executive Director is responsible for leading the entire community and supervising all community ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Student Development Assistant
- Pellissippi State Community College
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Knoxville, TN
- Title: Student Development Assistant (Grant-funded until 12/31/2025) Pay Rate: $38,210 - $46,920.00/per year. Pay will b...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Executive Director
- Morning Pointe
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Clinton, TN
- Position Overview: The Executive Director is responsible for leading the entire community and supervising all community ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
FINANCE MANAGER
- Worldwide Equipment
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Knoxville, TN
- POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for producing additional revenue for the dealership by selling finance and insurance progra...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Head Mens Basketball Coach
- Pellissippi State Community College
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Knoxville, TN
- Title: Head Men's Basketball Coach Pay Rate: Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To ...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
Head Womens Basketball Coach
- Pellissippi State Community College
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Knoxville, TN
- Title: Head Women's Basketball Coach Pay Rate: Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. T...
- 4/19/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
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OAK RIDGE, TN
- Overview: Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, ...
- 4/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Knoxville, Tennessee
Knoxville is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee, and the county seat of Knox County. The city had an estimated population of 186,239 in 2016 and a population of 178,874 as of the 2010 census, making it the state's third largest city after Nashville and Memphis. Knoxville is the principal city of the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area, which, in 2016, was 868,546, up 0.9 percent, or 7,377 people, from to 2015. The KMSA is, in turn, the central component of the Knoxville-Sevierville-La Follette Combined Statistical Area, which, in 2013, had a population of 1,096,961.
First settled in 178...
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Income Estimation for Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. jobs
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Knoxville, Tennessee area prices
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