Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Columbus, GA

Full Time

Student Affairs

Experienced

Columbus Technical College is seeking an individual to serve as an Assistant Director of Financial Aid within our Student Services Division. This individual will assist the financial aid office with directing of a diverse range of support for administration, development and implementation of initiatives, and supervision of employees for the financial aid department. This position is Full-time/Exempt.

Responsibilities:

Assists in the monitoring of activities of personnel to ensure compliance with TCSG policy manual and department procedures.
Assists financial aid staff with resolution of difficult problems
Answers questions regarding individual student financial aid issues or complaints
Assists in coordinating the financial assistance programs available to enrolled students, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work study programs
Evaluates unusual/mitigating circumstance documentation or information provided by the student
Exercises sound judgment by making adjustments or revisions to costs, contribution, need, or dependency status as exceptions to the prescribed process
Prepares and analyzes operational statistics, data and reports such as grades and enrollment status or award status to verify continued compliance and eligibility of student receiving aid under federal and institutional guidelines
Provides guidance and general advice to students regarding financial aid, program choice/change educational requisites, indebtedness, school policy and procedure, and state policies
Notifies students of changes in eligibility of awards and alternative to amend the situation
Prepares reports in requested format within requested time frame
Assists with the development of policies and procedures and recommends changes to effectively meet the goals and requirements of the program
Works with management and staff to determine strategic positioning and to eliminate duplication of processes
Maintains knowledge of assigned program area and gives updates to management on services, operations, and projects
Defines and sets goals based on strategic direction of the agency or technical college and customer needs
Maintains accurate files/records
Evaluates employees at scheduled intervals upon reviewing of all relevant information
Participates in meetings to ensure department goals are in line with agency or technical college goals
Conducts regular evaluation of services provided and makes adjustments as needed
Maintains up to date with policies, procedures, and state or federal laws that may impact department initiatives
Maintains excellent working relationships with and serves as a liaison to internal and external customers
Stays up-to-date with policies, procedures, and state or federal laws that may impact department initiatives
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree from a regional accredited college or university;
Two (2) years related work experience
Note: Experience may substitute for degree on a year-for-year basis.

Salary/Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include state holidays, annual, and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Flexible Benefits Program.

Application Deadline:

Applications accepted until filled. Applicants must submit a Columbus Technical College employment application online and upload a cover letter, resume and copy of transcript(s) at time of application (Incomplete submissions will not be considered). **Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check. **

Employment Policy:

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG). The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.
For nondiscrimination information, please contact:

Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – 706.641.5032, [email protected]
Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – 706.649.1883, [email protected]
Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – 706.649.1442, [email protected]

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.

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