Arkansas Baptist College — Director of Financial Aid
Filed in Administrative on January 13, 2023
The Financial Aid Director will be responsible for the overall administration and oversight of the college’s Financial Aid program.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Administer all federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures relating to student financial aid, student employment & scholarships, creating budget projections, coordinating the day-to-day management of the Financial Aid Office, supervising office staff, preparing all federal, state, and institutional reports pertaining to aid/scholarships, and serving as liaison to state and federal funding agencies.
- Administering the Title IV student financial aid programs: PELL GRANTS, SEOG, LEAP, CWSP, PERKINS LOANS, STAFFORD LOANS, PLUS LOANS, and other loans and programs that may be established.
- Serve as an active member of various committees throughout the College.
- Coordinate provision of services to constituents and maintain a complete understanding of all Federal financial aid rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Developmental implementation of short- and long-range goals and objectives for the financial aid office.
- Assist in counseling students, parents, etc. regarding financial aid eligibility and debt management matters, as well as analysis and awarding of financial aid funds.
- Present financial aid workshops for prospective students & parents and make visits to area schools and career fairs to promote financial aid availability to students.
- Prepare the annual FISAP report and any other reports requested by the Federal and/or State Government.
- Coordinate audits of records.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree plus 7 years’ experience working in the Financial Aid Office at a higher education institution
- Excellent oral and written skills
- Computer literacy
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Knowledge of Financial Aid regulations and procedures
- Organizational management skills
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to HR@arkansasbaptist.edu
