Associate Director, Financial Aid & Compliance

agnesscott; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA, seeks a seasoned financial aid professional to assist the Office of Financial Aid director and oversee day-to-day operations. You will counsel students and families, analyze applications, and administer state and federal aid programs to ensure accurate, timely packaging.

The role requires at least 5 years of higher education financial aid experience, strong knowledge of aid regulations, and leadership abilities to supervise staff and coordinate processes

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years financial aid experience in higher education.
• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations.
• Experience with Ellucian Colleague preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the director in managing, directing and coordinating the college's student financial aid program and day-to-day operations.
• Recommend and participate in development and implementation of college policies and procedures regarding student financial aid.
• Analyze and verify financial aid applications and prepare financial aid packages for undergraduate and graduate students.
• Oversee all state grant/scholarship programs and all Federal Grants, including preparation and reconciliation of awards.

Skills

Organization & prioritization

Federal & state financial aid regs

Supervision & training

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

BA/BS in related field

Masters preferred

Tools

Ellucian Colleague

Job description

Agnes Scott College in Decatur, GA, seeks a seasoned financial aid professional to assist the Office of Financial Aid director and oversee day-to-day operations. You will counsel students and families, analyze applications, and administer state and federal aid programs to ensure accurate, timely packaging.

The role requires at least 5 years of higher education financial aid experience, strong knowledge of aid regulations, and leadership abilities to supervise staff and coordinate processes