Executive Director of Financial Aid

Job Description

Job Description

FORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY (FVSU), a state and land-grant institution of the University System of Georgia, invites applications for the position of Executive Director of Financial Aid.

Fort Valley State University, the only 1890 land-grant university in Georgia, is a comprehensive institution that provides an education to over 2,800 students including graduate students. The university is located in the town of Fort Valley in Peach County, the original site of the state's peach industry. Its 1,365-acre (5.52 km2) campus is Georgia's second-largest public university in area.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for directing the financial aid operations for Fort Valley State University. This position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all related state and federal regulations, establishing policies and procedures that ensure strong internal controls for maintaining the integrity of student-based fiscal processes, and implementing innovative approaches in support of students at this institution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management (FVSU) major duties of this position include but are not limited to the following.

• Provides leadership for comprehensive campus-wide financial aid programs, including federal, state, institutional, and private aid.
• Monitors and reviews federal, state, institutional, and Board of Regents policy changes to ensure compliance
• Oversee the administrative functions of the Financial Aid Office and manage the departmental budgets.
• Supervises FA personnel, providing training in federal and state regulations and facilitating ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Works with the Athletics Compliance Office to ensure compliance with NCAA/NJCAA rules and regulations.
• Serves as Title III grant manager for the Office of Financial Aid.
• Supervises the reconciliation of federal, state, private, and institutional funds.
• Leads the administration of state and federal aid, scholarships, and student employment programs that support student recruitment and retention.
• Completes institutional reporting requirements, including balancing Pell and HOPE programs
• Serves as a key contributor to the division and college leadership teams as appropriate
• Serves as Data Steward for the Banner Student Financial Aid System testing new releases and patches; assigning and maintaining security; and automating modules as applicable.
• Develop and implement financial aid policies and procedures.
• Serves as audit liaison during Federal, State, and Board of Regents audits.
• Implement new financial aid software and web-based products.
• Supervises the coordination of financial aid seminars and programs.
• Advises students and parents in the financial aid process.
• Represents the institution at regional and state professional meetings and conferences.
• Directs the management of department social media accounts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Knowledge of federal, state, private, and institutional financial aid programs, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Banner financial aid modules.
• Knowledge of federal and state student aid online reporting systems.
• Knowledge of need analysis principles.
• Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
• Knowledge of supervisory principles and practices.
• Skilled in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
• Skilled in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skilled in decision-making and problem-solving.
• Skilled in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skilled in oral and written communication.
• Skilled in working independently while exercising professional judgment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field preferred.
• At least five years of related experience is required.
• Knowledge of Banner and financial aid technical experience to ensure compliance with federal regulations preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
• The work is typically performed in an office.
• The work requires travel to the

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

This position has direct supervision over the following assigned personnel:

• Assistant Financial Aid Director (1), Financial Aid Advisor (3), Financial Aid Assistant (1), and Customer Service Representative.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, the federal student aid handbook, Georgia Student Financial Commission state program regulations, the IRS tax guide, NCAA guidelines, the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administration guidelines, and university and Board of Regents policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position develops department guidelines.

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .