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Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

Job Summary

This position assists the Director of Financial Aid in planning and implementing policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid Office.

Responsibilities

Administers All Aspects of Position (60%) -
Assists in developing and directing financial aid strategies; ensures compliance with federal and state regulations and with the enrollment management objectives of the college; assists in administering financial aid, scholarships and student employment programs that support student recruitment and retention.
Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.
Remains competent and current through self-directed professional reading, developing professional contacts with colleagues, attending professional development courses and attending training and/or courses. Remains informed of revisions and updates to financial aid regulations.
Assists with hiring, supervising, training, evaluating, and providing work direction and guidance to assigned staff. Plans and coordinates internal and external training for office personnel. Directs the maintenance of department files and records.

Oversees a Variety of Federal, State, and Institutional Financial Aid Programs (30%) -
Reviews and processes Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeals; reviews and processes Special Circumstances and Dependency Appeals. Oversees a variety of federal and state financial aid programs.
Assist students and parents; provides information and assistance; resolves complex problems. Determines student eligibility for the various financial aid programs.
Coordinates and participates in financial aid workshops, orientations or other events.

Other Duties as Assigned (10%) -
Performs other related duties specific to financial aid regulatory requirements and day-to-day operations as assigned by supervisor and/or to provide maximum office efficiency.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

Required Experience
Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Banner financial aid management system
Knowledge of Title IV Regulations and state regulations related to financial aid

Preferred Experience
Demonstrated supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge of federal, state and institutional financial aid programs, policies and procedures.
Knowledge of college enrollment management policies and procedures.
Knowledge of the Banner financial aid module.
Knowledge of federal and state student aid online reporting systems.
Knowledge of need analysis principles.
Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
Skill in oral and written communication.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.

Other Information

This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt (salaried) staff position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
Vacation Leave
Parental Leave
Retirement
Employee discounts
Tuition reimbursement

Background Check

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

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