What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Aid Manager position at Lincoln Tech?
Lincoln Tech in East Windsor, CT is looking for an experienced Financial Aid professional to lead the school in the daily operation of the Financial Aid Department to ensure all incoming students are accurately and completely packaged. Assist in planning, directing, implementing, and monitoring the timely processing of Financial Aid in accordance with federal and/or state regulations and Company policy. Lead the training, development, and evaluation of staff to ensure work is performed accurately and efficiently. Evaluate and resolve student inquiries, issues, and problems, and ensure appropriate action is taken to the satisfaction of the student, Company, and/or regulatory agencies in compliance with policy, procedure, and legal requirements. FA Manager will also be responsible for the daily management of Financial Aid Advisors and staff. Work schedule will be determined by the Campus President to determine all campus needs requiring FA participation are covered. This may include evening and weekend events.
- Associate's Degree and at least 2 years' experience in Title IV Administration or 3 or more years' experience in Title IV Administration and management
- Functional knowledge of Microsoft Office systems
- Ability to manage a team of employees.
- Bachelor's Degree
- Prior experience managing a team of FA Advisor strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Reaching out to students to assist in the completion of packaging as well as working closely with all departments and Campus President to ensure all start requirements are in place when students begin school
- Management of the daily operations of the Financial Aid Department and implement new policies to ensure the accurate, timely, and ethical awarding and processing of Title IV program funds according to federal and/or state regulations and Company policies and procedures
- Perform routine audits on active and inactive student files to ensure compliance with Title IV regulations
- Oversee the processing of new and student loan and grant applications. Monitor and track the school's Institutional Loan Program
- Responsible for the accurate completion of verification and documentation of independent status
- Oversee and monitor maintenance of the document tracking systems within the office (Pell Grants, Federal loans, income tax returns, etc.) as required
- Assist with coordinating the school's response to any internal/external audit related to the management of Title IV program
Full-Time Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Growth Opportunities
About Us
For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.
Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
- Email: careers@lincolntech.edu
- Website: www.lincolntech.edu/careers