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Campbell University · 2 months ago

Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Lillington, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Campbell University is a higher education institution, and they are seeking an Assistant Director of Financial Aid to support financial aid operations. The role involves managing financial aid processes, advising students, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating outreach efforts.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Advise, counsel, and educate students, prospective students, and their family members in respects to their financial aid eligibility

Understanding of Admissions and Bursar Office processes to effectively communicate to prospective and admitted students

Oversee the planning and event setup involving Financial Aid to include, but not limited to, Orientation, Visitation, and Accepted Student Days

Review and update C-flags such as but not limited to: Veteran Status, NSLDS SSN without a match, and federal aid overpayment

Coordinate with the Director of Financial Aid to ensure staffing and resources are available for events and distribution to visitors

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional rules, regulations, and requirements

Coordinate with Athletics for upload/sharing of relevant Financial Aid data into their systems such as ARMS CRM and Compliance Assistant

Work with Director of FA to ensure compliance with NCAA Bylaw 15

Manage budgets to ensure athletic teams are not exceeding the team scholarship budget

Manage the athletics financial aid webpage to keep it up to date

Primary point of contact for NCAA audits

Hold events on campus to work with student athletes to assist them with completion of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Lead coordination efforts to proactively engage with current and prospective students in person or via email, text, and social media

Train colleagues in various duties

Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Other job related duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

Uphold and abide by Campbell University policies and procedures, including, but not limited to; Title IX and Information Security, including but not limited to FERPA and other state and federal guidelines

Qualification

Financial Aid experienceNCAA rulesEllucian ColleagueMicrosoft Office proficiencyInterpersonal skillsSocial media proficiencyAttention to detailCommunication skillsProject managementAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree required, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience

Two years in higher education desired

At least one year of direct experience in Financial Aid

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively to all groups through both oral and written channels

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Accuracy and attention to detail is essential

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and standard methods of digital communication, such as web/text/chat platforms

Ability to learn and utilize new and emerging technology

Proficiency utilizing/administering social media platforms

Demonstrate tact, a positive attitude, courtesy and discretion in dealing with faculty, staff, students, parents, university officials and the public

Work independently as well as function effectively in a team and within a diverse group of people

Exercise good judgment in complex and new situations

Manage multiple, concurrent projects, and meet strict deadlines

Adaptability, flexibility and a willingness to work in a changing environment

Availability to work occasional evening and weekend hours

This position demands accuracy, honesty, integrity and the ability to work within the Christian mission of Campbell University

Preferred

Current working knowledge of Ellucian Colleague preferred

Knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations preferred

Company

Campbell University

Campbell University is a school in Buies Creek.

Founded in 1887

Buies Creek, North Carolina, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.campbell.edu/

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