Financial Aid Manager

Responsible for managing the daily operations and providing leadership necessary for administration of the campus Financial Aid Office. Implements policies and processes to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, regulations, and industry standards. Remains current with all federal, state and college rules and regulations. Monitors program compliance for all funding sources in accordance with appropriate regulations. Ability to work a fluctuating schedule to include evenings and weekends. Travels to all campus locations of the College as needed. What a day of a Financial Aid Manager looks like: Provides leadership for the campus in fulfilling the mission of the College. May include overall coordination of campus academic, business and student service activities. Analyzes and evaluates financial need using Federal Methodology. Verifies and authorizes enrollment status and award disbursements. Notifies students of all financial aid awards and educational related benefits. Monitors the process from application to disbursement. Guides, leads, reviews, verifies, observes, and manages the work of people reporting directly and indirectly to you. Monitors and evaluates the performance of your employees. Develops and trains staff. Develops short- and long-term goals, objectives, priorities, and recommendations. Researches, interprets and adheres to compliance requirements. Evaluates and ensures procedures for compliance with federal state, local institutional laws, and regulations. Maintains confidentiality of work-related information and material. Evaluates and makes recommendation regarding Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP). Develops and maintains collaborative relationships. Creates and sustains a culture that consistently supports the institutional core values. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. We’d love to hear from you if you have the following: Education and Experience: Four years of related experience Knowledge of: Applicable Federal, State, Local, and County Financial Aid laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines Federal, State, and institutional verification policies and guidelines Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications FERPA within 30 days of employment Skilled in: Motivating employees to apply the effort necessary to attain organizational and departmental goals Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner Thinking strategically, effectively analyzing data, and implementing data-informed decisions Fact finding, analysis, and problem solving Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management Ability to: Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service Maintain high level of responsibility regarding confidential information Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public Organize and prioritize multiple, competing priorities to maximize personal and team effectiveness Exercise independent judgement and discretion utilizing company policies and principles with the understanding of when to **escalate** Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Regular physical attendance required Must not be debarred from Title IV Programs, and not in default on Title IV student loans Some periods throughout the year will require extended work hours including nights, weekends, and college closures Work Environment and Physical Demand - Frequency Reach and grasp objects. - Occasionally Repetitive movement of wrists, hands, fingers. - Daily Stand for extended periods of time. - Daily Use of video display terminal. - Daily Receive and understand information through oral and written communication. - Daily Proofread and check documents for accuracy. - Daily Interaction with general public. - Daily Lift or carry objects weighing 10 to 25 pounds. - Occasionally Work a fluctuating work schedule. - Occasionally This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. The minimum base pay for this position starts at $53,677.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience. This position is open until filled with a first initial review on September 15, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr Palm Beach State College