Director, Financial Aid & Veterans Benefits

University of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks a Director of Financial Aid to oversee the administration of federal, state, and institutional aid programs and Veterans Affairs. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring customer service excellence, and maintaining strong cross-campus collaborations with Admissions, Records, Advising, and Student Accounts.

Responsibilities include managing aid programs, certifying veterans’ benefits, and coordinating with external agencies.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• NASFAA credentials in Federal Student Aid administration preferred.
• Experience supervising/administrating financial aid programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Federal, State, Institutional, and External Financial Aid programs, including awarding, disbursing, and audit resolution.
• Serve as Veterans Benefits Certifying Official and counsel Veterans on educational benefits.
• Manage College Work-Study program and coordinate with Admissions, Records, Advising, and Business Office.
• Train and supervise staff; ensure compliance with regulations and institutional policies.
• Occasional travel and evening/weekend presentations/workshops may be required.

Skills

Supervise personnel

Oral & written communication

Computer literacy

Federal/state regulations literacy

Data systems proficiency

Rule adherence

Accounting knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

5+ years relevant experience

Master’s degree (preferred)

NASFAA credentials (preferred)

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Job description

University of South Carolina seeks a Director of Financial Aid to oversee the administration of federal, state, and institutional aid programs and Veterans Affairs. The role includes supervising staff, ensuring customer service excellence, and maintaining strong cross-campus collaborations with Admissions, Records, Advising, and Student Accounts.

Responsibilities include managing aid programs, certifying veterans’ benefits, and coordinating with external agencies.