Director of Financial Aid and Scholarship

About the role

The Director of Financial Aid and Scholarship will provide the overall leadership, supervision and strategic oversight for the Financial Aid and Scholarship functions. This position is responsible for supervising, directing and managing all financial aid and scholarship programs, ensuring compliance with all federal, state and University regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, strategic direction, and leadership for all Financial Aid and Scholarship operations, fostering a culture of service and continuous improvement.
• Daily operations, oversight and staff supervision.
• Implementing aid programs that support student access and retention in higher education, assuring compliance with federal, state and University regulations and policies.
• Direct state, federal, and institutional scholarship programs and provide routine reporting to the Administration.
• Interpret, research and ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state and university regulations and policies related to financial aid and scholarship programs.
• Coordinate various Requests for Proposals for the Student Financial Aid area.
• Serve as representative on university committees.
• Counsel with parents and students concerning financial aspects of their education.
• Assist in assuring the university’s compliance with rules of the National Collegiate Athletics Association, the Ohio Valley Conference, and the Missouri Valley Conference related to student fees and aid.
• Oversight and coordination of the A-133 Audit reports for the Student Financial Aid area, working directly with university auditors as needed.
• Responsible for Student Employment.
• Responsible for Title IV compliance for the university.
• Completion and submission of the university’s Program Participation Agreement with the U.S. Department of Education.

Requirements

• Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in higher education, business, finance or a related field.
• Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements: Five years of progressively responsible experience in student financial aid, five years of staff supervision, strong working knowledge of Title IV Federal Financial Aid rules and regulation and the ability to research, interpret and implement regulations, proficiency in MS Office Suite, ability to effectively present information and interact with students, parents, and the general public, demonstrated ability in assessing staff development needs and implementing training solutions as needed.
• Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications: Hands on experience with Banner, Master’s degree.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/AA. Murray State University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, identity, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, disability or political or social viewpoint. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.