Strategic Financial Aid Lead

Calhoun Community College; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Calhoun Community College in Decatur, AL seeks a Lead Financial Aid Specialist to handle advanced administrative tasks in Student Financial Services, including managing budgets, processing Pell and federal aid, and ensuring compliance with FERPA.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with Banner and Excel, and the ability to work with diverse students and staff; the position offers a structured schedule and opportunity to influence aid operations.

Qualifications

• Two years (64 semester hours) of postsecondary education required.
• Minimum three years of related work experience required.
• Experience with Excel or other database software for sorting lists and reporting required.
• Word processing and mail merge skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Alabama State Grant Scholarship Program and other funding initiatives.
• Manage the Financial Aid Calendar and related records.
• Assist with Pell Grants, SAP, and professional judgments.
• Prepare and edit correspondence and reports.
• Maintain confidentiality and provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Excel

Word

FERPA

Budgeting

Education

Two years postsecondary education (64 semester hours)

Three years related work experience

Tools

Banner

Microsoft Office

Job description

Calhoun Community College in Decatur, AL seeks a Lead Financial Aid Specialist to handle advanced administrative tasks in Student Financial Services, including managing budgets, processing Pell and federal aid, and ensuring compliance with FERPA.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with Banner and Excel, and the ability to work with diverse students and staff; the position offers a structured schedule and opportunity to influence aid operations.