Project Program Manager

Kinsley Power Systems; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinsley Power Systems seeks an Associate Director of Scholarships to lead the scholarships unit, develop policies, and manage daily operations under the supervision of the Director of Financial Aid & Scholarships.

The role coordinates with Admissions, Registrar, and other campus partners to ensure accurate awarding, reporting, and donor stewardship while ensuring regulatory compliance and program effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in higher education financial aid office
• Master’s degree preferred in Educational Administration or related field
• Strong supervisory and leadership abilities
• Knowledge of laws and guidelines for financial aid and scholarships
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience with Ellucian Banner and Microsoft Office
• Ability to develop policies and procedures
• Familiarity with web-based delivery of financial aid services

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and optimize scholarship programs for recruitment and retention
• Oversee daily operations of scholarships unit and staff
• Ensure financial sustainability and accurate disbursement of funds
• Prepare institutional reports and sector compliance documentation
• Collaborate with campus departments to support students and families
• Supervise staff and coordinate with vendors as needed
• Develop and revise policies to stay compliant with laws and donor criteria
• Provide continuing education to scholarship staff on regulatory changes

Job description

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

Project Program Manager Working Title Associate Director of Scholarships Position # A00885 Department Financial Aid and Scholarships

Please note: Allpostings close at 12 A.M. CST on theclosing date. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Associate Director of Scholarships is responsible for the overall management of the scholarship programs. This position is responsible for the daily operations of the scholarships unit through creation of policies and procedures, oversight of full-time employees, and monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and productivity of the scholarship program. The Associate Director of Scholarships provides leadership and sets goals for the Scholarships unit under the general direction of the Director of Financial Aid & Scholarships. This position collaborates across campus departments for effective and accurate service to students and families.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Evaluate and track current scholarship programs for optimum recruiting and retention effectiveness.
• Ensures financial sustainability of scholarship programs through strategic planning and optimization of available funding
• Oversee the processing, balancing, and reconciliation of scholarships programs, including, institutional, privately funded, pass-through, and departmental scholarships
• Provide assistance and resources to potential and current students, parents, faculty, staff, off-campus agencies, high school counselors, and scholarship donors
• Prepare and present institutional reports
• Review the processing of scholarship awards determinations, ensuring awards meet institutional and donor scholarship criteria
• Oversee work by staff and third-party vendors to ensure scholarship administration is effective and appropriate
• Work with staff to resolve complex issues involving eligibility, funding, awarding, and disbursement of funds
• Provide continuing education to scholarship unit staff and general financial aid staff for all regulatory, institutional, and state changes
• Work closely with Enrollment Management Division (Admissions and Registrar) to align scholarship activities necessary for recruitment and retention of students
• Develop, implement, maintain, and revise policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations
• Supervise scholarships staff and provide support to general financial aid staff regarding scholarship operations
• Perform as other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to supervise employees
Ability to interpret laws, guidelines and regulations pertaining to financial aid and scholarship assistance
Ability to review and evaluate student needs
Ability to manage financial accounting for disbursement and reconciliation of scholarship accounts
Knowledge of student financial aid programs, standards, and procedures
Knowledge of counseling and interview techniques
Excellent communication skills
Experience with Microsoft Office Products
Familiarity with Ellucian Banner products
Experience in web-based technology and demonstrated use of technology in delivery of financial aid services

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours as requested and/or needed
Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred with emphasis in Educational Administration, College Student Personnel Services, or a related field
Five (5) years of experience in higher education financial aid office