Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

§    Responsible for the daily operations of the Financial Aid department.

§    Provides planning, programming, operations, delivery of services, advice and counsel in areas related to Financial Aid.

§   Supervises staff, including making recommendations for staffing, conducting performance evaluations, addressing disciplinary matters, assigning work, etc.

§      Coordinates all facets of financial aid including loan and grant processing, student counseling, work-study, and reporting requirements.

§      Directs and implements student employment service programs, and policies.

§      Ensures department goals are met and supports University-wide goals.

§      Interprets federal rules and regulations regarding financial aid.

§      Assumes responsibility for implementing federal rules and regulations.

§      Coordinates staff development and training.

§      Formulates and monitors annual department budget.

§      Accepts other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

§      Excellent communication skills.

§      Ability to work with the Admissions Office.

§      Ability to deal with diverse populations.

§      Managerial/supervisory skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

§      Master’s degree (Doctorate or terminal degree, preferred).

§      3-5  years credible experience as Director, Associate, or Assistant Director of a Financial Aid office

§      Broad understanding of higher education issues

§      Experience with Banner or other systems software package

          Central State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer