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)
Job Summary: The Financial Aid Director is responsible for planning, organizing and supervising the Financial Aid department to administer Federal, State, and Institutional funds and services while providing current and future students financial aid information. The Financial Aid Director will update financial aid programs annually (or as appropriate), lead staff meetings, share information as appropriate, promote the development of ideas for improved service and efficiency, and encourage teamwork of Financial Aid with other departments across the SEARK campus. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
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OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Applicant Deadline: Position to start as soon as possible. Interviews to begin immediately. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
Application Procedure:
All candidates must apply online at https://www.seark.edu/careers. Click 'Start Application' to complete the online application. Interested individuals should submit a completed Southeast Arkansas College Employment Application. Please note: All transcripts, certifications, and other credentials should be uploaded with your Resume and Cover Letter. Paper documents will not be accepted.
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