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Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. jobs in South Carolina

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 Financial Aid
  • Spartanburg Methodist College
  • Spartanburg, SC FULL_TIME
  • All employees of Spartanburg Methodist College are entrusted with assisting the College to achieve its mission and vision. Achievement, integrity, and service are the guiding principles in pursuit of our vision.
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    Job Summary:
    The Associate Director of Financial Aid is involved in all aspects of financial aid administration, including but not limited to maintaining the student information system, CRM, and forms; counseling of students and families, need analysis, processing of applications, verification, and packaging federal, state, and institutional aid. Must possess a working knowledge of financial aid regulations and industry practices, particularly regarding federal and state programs. Must be proficient in Excel to do monthly aid reconciliation and reporting. Required to do the job well and with enthusiasm while working individually or as part of the enrollment team. A commitment to excellence is expected.
    Areas of Responsibility:
    • Assist the Director of Financial Aid & Enrollment services with the maintenance of the student information system (Ellucian Colleague).
    • Assists with financial aid communication plan for all students.
    • Performs federal and state aid reconciliation, analysis, and reporting.
    • Assists with the state reporting to the Commission on Higher Education, South Carolina Tuition Grant Commission, and other parties.
    • Assists with form and document creation, maintenance, and evaluation in Dynamic Forms.
    • Primary contact for transcript evaluation for Transfer students to determine LIFE scholarship eligibility.
    • Processes documents needed to complete student financial aid files, tracks submission of materials and notifies students of missing documentation.
    • Audits and adjusts financial aid awards for students according to federal, state, and institutional guidelines.
    • Educates students on their rights and responsibilities when borrowing through a federal loan program.
    • Provides timely and accurate responses to phone and online inquiries from students.
    • Participates in annual training and maintains memberships in professional organizations.
    • Other duties as assigned.
    Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
    • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and efficiency in recordkeeping.
    • Ability to work well with individuals with diverse backgrounds.
    • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
    • Ability to establish positive working relationships with members of the college community and members of the public.
    • Ability to work independently to perform assigned tasks.
    • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
    • Preferred experience with Ellucian Colleague and/or Technolutions Slate
    • Preferred experience with Department of Education software and sites such as EDconnect, COD, FAA Access to CPS online and NSLDS.
    • Willingness to work evening hours and weekends as needed.
    Working Conditions:
    The work is normally performed in an office environment which, at times, will require significant contact with students and family members. The work may include occasional public presentations both on and off campus.
    Physical Requirements:
    • Manual and physical dexterity and visual acuity needed to operate a computer keyboard and handle paper documents.
    • Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on a computer display screen, in hand-written form, and printed on paper.
    • Adequate hearing and verbal abilities to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
    Education and Experience:
    • Bachelor’s degree is required.
    • SQL or other database knowledge is preferred.
    • Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of experience in higher education is preferred.
    FLSA:
    Exempt
    EEO:
    Professional


    DEPARTMENT:
    Financial Aid
    REPORT TO:
    Director of Financial Aid


    STATUS TYPE:
    Full-Time
    CSA ROLE:


    I have received, reviewed, and fully understand the position of Assistant Director of Financial Aid – Operations.
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    Employee Signature Date
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    Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members.
    This job description provides a representative summary of the nature and responsibilities of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities which may be modified at any time. The job description is not intended to imply or to create a contract of employment.
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    REV DATE: September 15, 2023
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Associate Director of Financial Aid
  • CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY
  • Orangeburg, SC OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Claflin University Main Campus - Orangeburg, SC Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Day ...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Medical Director
  • AID UPSTATE INC
  • GREENVILLE, SC FULL_TIME
  • Description SEEKINGWe are looking for someone to provide direction for and monitoring of healthcare delivery services offered by our organization within the context of a team setting while acting as a...
  • 1 Month Ago
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Financial Aid Coordinator #2477
  • State of South Carolina
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Join our dynamic Financial Aid and Veterans Assistance department and our supportive work environment that fosters personal and professional growth. We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented can...
  • 18 Days Ago
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Financial Aid Counselor
  • State of South Carolina
  • Sumter, SC FULL_TIME
  • Counsels students and parents in all aspects of student financial aid. Provides timely responses and exceptional customer service to requests for information on service, providing complete and accurat...
  • 21 Days Ago
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Financial Aid Counselor - REVISED
  • CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY
  • Orangeburg, SC OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: Claflin University Main Campus - Orangeburg, SC Position Type: Full Time Education Level: 4 Year Degree Salary Range: Undisclosed Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Day ...
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Assistant Director of Financial Aid
  • Husson University
  • Bangor, ME
  • Description The Assistant Director of Financial Aid is responsible for processing, packaging, and oversight of the onlin...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Financial Aid
  • Gannon University
  • Erie, PA
  • Assistant Director of Financial Aid Position Summary: Administrative position to support the Financial Aid Office repres...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Financial Aid
  • North-West College
  • Long Beach, CA
  • Job Description Job Description This position administers financial aid and student account programs for the College sys...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Financial Aid
  • Vincennes University
  • Vincennes, IN
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  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Financial Aid - Hybrid remote
  • Cmg
  • Anderson, SC
  • Director of Financial Aid - Hybrid remote Job ID: 83010Job Type: Full TimeCategory: FinanceEducations: Posted: 2024-04-1...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Director of Financial Aid
  • Wesleyan University
  • Middletown, CT
  • Position Information Position Information Job Posting Number S01296 Position Title Assistant Director of Financial Aid D...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Associate Director of Financial Aid
  • Union County College
  • Cranford, NJ
  • Job Announcement Position Information Position Title Associate Director of Financial Aid Campus Cranford Department Fina...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director of Financial Aid
  • Husson University
  • Bangor, ME
  • The Director provides leadership to the Office of Financial Aid (OFA), overseeing all aspects of financial aid operation...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
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South Carolina (/ˌkærəˈlaɪnə/ (listen)) is a state in the Southeastern United States and the easternmost of the Deep South. It is bordered to the north by North Carolina, to the southeast by the Atlantic Ocean, and to the southwest by Georgia across the Savannah River. South Carolina became the eighth state to ratify the U.S. Constitution on May 23, 1788. South Carolina became the first state to vote in favor of secession from the Union on December 20, 1860. After the American Civil War, it was readmitted into the United States on June 25, 1868. South Carolina is the 40th most extensive and 23...
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What does a Financial Aid Director - Higher Ed. do?

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