Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. jobs in Nebraska

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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Financial Aid Solutions Director
  • NSLP
  • Lincoln, NE FULL_TIME
  • Why Join Us

    At Inceptia, we are small but mighty and we want folks who share that mindset. Do you want to feel
    empowered to serve as a change agent on a national scale? If you are looking to make an impact,
    explore the possible, take chances and launch yourself right into a challenge to meet our demands
    than Inceptia could be the perfect place for you!

    Inceptia is a nonprofit with a passion for higher education, both for colleges and the students they
    serve, offering solutions in verification, financial aid management, financial education, and
    repayment wellness. Our mission is to support schools in illuminating a path for students and
    families that leads toward educational and financial success. Our solutions are designed to help
    financial aid administrators maximize resources, and create strong partnerships to “lighten the load“
    so they can spend more time delivering meaningful learning experiences across the student lifecycle
    that fosters education and personal development.

    What you’ll do!

    Our Financial Aid Solutions Director is responsible for the supervision of staff performing
    verification for partner schools. Working in collaboration with the Senior Director, this individual will
    monitor reports, analyze trends, provide direction to the Verification team and make hiring need
    recommendations to senior management. This individual works closely with the team to ensure
    training is provided, updated policies and procedures are communicated and learning objectives are
    measured and achieved.

    The ideal candidate has financial aid experience and an understanding of the federal verification
    process. The individual must be able to partner effectively with the Senior Director while leading,
    motivating and coaching verification staff. Further, the ideal candidate has an innovative mindset to
    create new, effective solutions, analytical skills to interpret data and exceptional leadership skills to
    drive specialist performance and meet goals and service level agreement productivity.

    What we hope you’ll value about us

    • Support. We’ll provide a positive environment and the tools for success with annual
    performance reviews and opportunity for salary increases.
    • We support remote working options. Position allows for hybrid schedule with minimum of
    three work days in the office each week.
    • We value a Work Life Balance.
    • A fun, casual work environment that includes casual attire.
    • Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and two retirement benefits with a 100%
    401(k) match!)
    • We are higher ed adjacent, so of course we value education! Take advantage of our tuition
    reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.
    • We not only provide employees with 10 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday and Christmas week

    paid holiday closedown, but you’ll also receive 15 days (3 weeks) of vacation and 10 days’
    sick time annually.






    What you’ll need!

    • A Bachelor’s degree or higher from a four-year College or university or equivalent
    combination of education and work experience in financial aid including supervision of staff.
    • Background in financial aid industry and familiarity with federal verification regulations
    preferred.
    • A detailed understanding of the financial aid process is nice to have!
    • Knowledge of Federal Program Reviews and Audits and familiarity with Student Information

    Systems (SIS), including Ellucian Banner/Datatel, PowerFAIDS, PeopleSoft, CampusVue,
    Jenzabar and Department of Education software is helpful (FAA Access, ED Connect, etc.).

    • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and professionally, both verbally and in
    writing. Ensuring Verification Gateway team development needs are met though monitoring,
    coaching and feedback.
    • Previous experience working in a financial aid office that offered Title IV programs preferred.
    • Skilled leadership and team-building skills which focus on developing talent, facilitating new
    opportunities and leveraging professional development to support colleagues.
    • Position is located in Lincoln, NE; employee must reside within driving distance of our office
    location.
    • Successful completion of a background investigation is required.

    How to Apply

    If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today and submit your resume and cover
    letter on our ADP Workforce Now site at bit.ly/3K4xFoZ or send via email to hrd@fes.org. For
    more information, please visit our website at www.Inceptia.org.

    FES and Inceptia take affirmative action to insure that applicants with job related qualifications
    are employed and employees are treated when employed without regard to their race, color,
    religious creed, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or
    expression, intellectual disability, mental disability or physical disability.

    Equal Opportunity Employer

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Financial Aid Director
  • Western Nebraska Community College
  • Scottsbluff, NE FULL_TIME
  • Western Nebraska Community College is accepting applications for a full-time Financial Aid Director. Responsibilities: Supervise, plan, and coordinate the activities and operations of the financial ai...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Membership Director
  • Ed Thomas YMCA of McCook
  • Mc Cook, NE FULL_TIME
  • FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Range: $40,000-$50,000 Commensurate w/Experience & Qualifications Reports to: CEO Position Summary: This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit committed t...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Director of Finance
  • Legal Aid of Nebraska
  • Omaha, NE FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionMission Driven – Great Fit for an Experienced Accounting Professional Seeking PurposeLooking for an experienced accounting and finance professional or accounting leader who is mission drive...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Financial Aid Solutions Supervisor
  • NSLP
  • Lincoln, NE FULL_TIME
  • Why Join Us At Inceptia, we are small but mighty and we want folks who share that mindset. Do you want to feel empowered to serve as a change agent on a national scale? If you are looking to make an i...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Financial Aid Specialist
  • Nebraska State College System
  • Chadron, NE FULL_TIME
  • Nature of Work Assist with the administration of federal and state student aid programs by processing and verifying applications, processing awards, running disbursements, tracking scholarships/waiver...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Income Estimation for Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. jobs
$73,910 to $106,915

Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. in Miami, FL
You need to allocate available aid efficiently and fairly with up-to-the-minute data and smooth communications.
January 23, 2020
Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. in Cheyenne, WY
Financial aid can make or break your ability to recruit, enroll, and retain your institution's best prospects.
January 03, 2020