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Full-time Supervisory/Professional: Associate Director of Financial Aid

Lakeland Community College

Job Description

 

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Lakeland Community College is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Financial Aid. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in management or a related field and three years of experience in a financial aid office with supervisory responsibility.

RESPONSIBILITIES (Non-inclusive):

  • Assist the Director in developing procedures to ensure compliance with state, federal, and college regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Assist the Director in the preparation and approval of all federal and college financial aid awards.
  • Plan and implement financial aid awards by reviewing applications, making awards, and reviewing the awards process.
  • Responsible for processing all federal and private loans. Must have an in-depth knowledge of federal direct loan programs and private loans, including all federal regulations and processing of loans.
  • Knowledge and understanding of R2T4 regulations and processing.
  • Investigate and evaluate new financial aid programs at federal, state, and local levels; establish eligibility for approved programs; complete application forms for new programs; prepare evaluations of new programs.
  • Advise students and their families with financial needs regarding available programs, eligibility, and related matters.
  • Prepare announcements and brochures to publicize the availability of financial aid programs.
  • Assist the Director in the preparation of monthly and annual reports; attend meetings and functions related to financial aid.
  • Facilitate a positive team environment within the financial aid office with a customer service focus.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Training and Experience Required/Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree in management or a related field and three years of experience in a financial aid office with supervisory responsibility.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities is acceptable.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge of modern office procedures; hard file and computerized database maintenance (SIS experience required). Banner experience strongly preferred.
  • Skills in analyzing information; coordinating office functions within equipment and personnel constraints; solving problems.
  • Abilities to apply appropriate state and federal regulations related to College record retention and student registration; coordinate efforts of others; establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships; perform duties in a timely, effective, and efficient manner.

Physical Activity Level

Sedentary – Mostly sitting, occasional standing and lifting up to 10 lbs.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is a 12-month, full-time supervisory/professional position.

The annual salary is at grade 4 of the Administrative and Supervisory/Professional salary schedule. See Lakeland Compensation and Benefits for administrative employees. The hiring range for this position is $56,735 - $87,939 depending on qualifications and experience.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply for this position through the colleges Human Resources website. Please be prepared to do the following:

  • Complete all questions in the application*
  • Attach a current resume

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, application review will begin on January 6.

  • To avoid difficulties when submitting your application, be sure your web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) is updated to the latest version and allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application since you WILL NOT be able to save a partially completed application and work on it later.

Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer. We have a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, people with disabilities and people over 40. Under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. If your disability requires special accommodations to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.

 

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