Southern Maine Community College
ASST DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID
Southern Maine Community College, South Portland, Maine, us, 04106
Bargaining Unit:
MEA Administrators, Level III
Starting Salary Range:
$45,914.99 - $59,908.69
Benefits:
100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available), vision insurance, choice of Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF in lieu of social security, generous vacation/personal/sick time allowances, 13 paid holidays, professional development, and free tuition within the MCCS for employees, spouse and/or dependents.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Director is responsible for the administration and awarding of financial aid funding for all students, as well as the management of federal, state and institutional aid programs in accordance with applicable regulations. Performs skilled and performance-based student financial aid administrative functions in area of student aid advising, financial literacy outreach, account review and student employment in a high-volume department. Achieve and maintain a high level of accountability and accuracy.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential: Bachelor's degree with three years of related higher education experience.
Desirable: Bachelor's degree with at least three years of experience working in a financial aid office with advanced responsibilities.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Federal, state and institutional financial aid regulations.
Student financial aid computer application programs, including PowerFaids and other student information systems.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential for this fast-paced environment.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Excellent time management skills, ability to manage and complete multiple complex projects and tasks; team player; meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate, empathize, and assist students and their families with confidential information consistent with the mission of SMCC.
Ability to work independently to ensure that long-term projects and goals are effectively implemented.
Working proficiency with Microsoft Office application software packages.
SMCC is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact 207-741-5826.
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MEA Administrators, Level III
Starting Salary Range:
$45,914.99 - $59,908.69
Benefits:
100% employer paid health, dental and life insurance for employees (spouse/domestic partner/dependent coverage also available), vision insurance, choice of Maine Public Employees Retirement System or TIAA CREF in lieu of social security, generous vacation/personal/sick time allowances, 13 paid holidays, professional development, and free tuition within the MCCS for employees, spouse and/or dependents.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Director is responsible for the administration and awarding of financial aid funding for all students, as well as the management of federal, state and institutional aid programs in accordance with applicable regulations. Performs skilled and performance-based student financial aid administrative functions in area of student aid advising, financial literacy outreach, account review and student employment in a high-volume department. Achieve and maintain a high level of accountability and accuracy.
Minimum Qualifications:
Essential: Bachelor's degree with three years of related higher education experience.
Desirable: Bachelor's degree with at least three years of experience working in a financial aid office with advanced responsibilities.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Federal, state and institutional financial aid regulations.
Student financial aid computer application programs, including PowerFaids and other student information systems.
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential for this fast-paced environment.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Excellent time management skills, ability to manage and complete multiple complex projects and tasks; team player; meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate, empathize, and assist students and their families with confidential information consistent with the mission of SMCC.
Ability to work independently to ensure that long-term projects and goals are effectively implemented.
Working proficiency with Microsoft Office application software packages.
SMCC is an Equal Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and non-discriminatory environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact 207-741-5826.
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