Financial Aid Specialist III

The overall purpose of this job is to ensure compliance with federal regulations is being practiced and in conjunction with Tennessee Tech’s institutional policies and procedures. Attention to detail and a thorough working knowledge of all federal aid, Course Program of Study (CPoS) and Return to Title IV (R2T4) guidelines are preferred but can be trained. Will be a member of the Financial Aid office's loan personnel team. Will work closely with the Associate Director of Federal Programs, students, Records Office, Bursar’s Office and various other campus personnel as required to determine accurate information for student loans, PLUS loans, private/alternative loans, official withdrawals, unofficial drops and withdrawals, purged and terminated students, and last dates of attendance when applicable. Will assist with manual awarding and adjustments, monitoring over awards, monitoring NSLDS issues, and applying standard of reductions for loans as it pertains to this area. Skill in oral and written communication, as well as ability to prepare letters and written communication will be required. Other duties as assigned.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business or a related field with four years of related professional experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Federal aid programs, specifically with federal direct student loans, PLUS direct loans, and private/alternative education loans. Knowledge of personal counseling techniques. Ability to communicate effectively.