Grambling State University

Financial Aid Director

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DEPARTMENT:	Office of Student Financial Aid
QUALIFICATIONS:	A Masters degree is required with five years of progressively responsible experience at a supervisory level within a university financial aid program. The desired candidate must possess a working knowledge of federal, state, institutional, and local sources of financial aid. We are seeking candidates with strong, effective computer-technology skills that include Electronic Reporting Processing Systems-Banner preferred. A commitment to a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive environment is required.
RESPONSIBILITIES:	The successful candidate will be expected to: Administer and supervise the implementation of all university financial aid policies, office procedures and funding programs Supervise office personnel Plan, organize and supervise the operational functions of the Financial Aid Office Counsel students, faculty, parents, alumni and staff regarding financial aid programs Prepare and complete required reports and applications for Federal, State, and local funds and grants Attend and assist with meetings and workshops on financial aid Prepare and maintain operating budget Prepare student cost-of-attendance budget Act as liaison between university, students, parents, faculty and community to insure positive relations and encourage enrollment Visit area high schools, community college, clubs and other organizations to present informational programs on behalf of the university Disseminate financial aid information to staff, students, other university constituents, and community organizations Insure security, confidentiality, and safety of financial aid records, promissory notes, etc. Supervise the development of publications, forms, and mailings Abide by federal regulations and stay abreast of new developments in Title IV programs Other duties as assigned
SALARY:	Salary is competitive with excellent benefits package.
APPLICATION DETAILS:	Electronically submit (using MS Word) cover letter, resume/vita, three (3) letters of reference, and required applications to empapp@gram.edu. Official transcripts and Pre-employment Screening Forms (criminal Background Check Forms) should be submitted under separate cover via regular mail to: Grambling State University Office of Human Resources GSU Box 4261 Grambling, LA 71245
DEADLINE:	Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
The Immigration and Control Act of 1986 requires the University to inform applicants that we can employ only U. S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U. S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. Each finalist for a position is required to undergo a criminal background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon completion of the background check. GSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that provides facilities accessible to the disabled. Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the ADA should contact Grambling’s Office of Human Resources located in room #148 of Long Jones Hall or call (318) 274-2237. Posted 10/03/2008