Financial Aid Manager

Unlock your full potential in the innovative and inclusive environment at Bryant & Stratton College. We are a career-focused, private, nonprofit college built differently to serve the needs of students, alumni, associates, employers, and the community. Founded in 1854, Bryant & Stratton College offers real-world education leading to bachelor's, associate's, and professional certificates after completion in the fields of healthcare, technology, legal, business, graphic design, and more. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, medical/dental/vision insurance, generous paid time off, 401(k), and company-paid college tuition for associates and their families. Bryant & Stratton College is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.  

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Description

The Albany Market of Bryant & Stratton College is currently accepting applications for a full-time Financial Aid Manager.

The Financial Aid Manager coordinates and manages all federal, state and system financial aid programs. The Financial Aid Manager is responsible for departmental policies and procedures to ensure Bryant & Stratton College is in compliance with regulatory bodies including, but not limited to, United States Department of Education, State Board of Regents, Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs and Guarantee agencies.

 Essential Position Responsibilities:

• Supervise Financial Aid staff including hiring/firing, training, coaching, performance evaluation, salary administration and planning.
• Responsible for maintenance of high customer service standards in financial aid areas.
• Ensure all financial aid programs are properly administered and comply with all federal and state regulations.
• Responsible for the timely processing and submission of financial aid applications for all registered students.
• Ensure student financial aid records are complete, organized and properly filed in a timely manner.
• Review and submit student refund authorization in Banner.
• Coordinate with the business office to ensure proper cash management procedures are followed.
• Responsible for ensuring all necessary enrollment documents are received and processed from other departments to assure adjustments to financial aid are processed in a timely manner and in accordance to applicable regulations.
• Provide and prepare information for required federal, state and accrediting agency reports and ensure timely submission. 
• Prepare documentation for regulatory audits.
• Assist in the preparations of financial aid information including the packaging report for our monthly conference calls.
• Submit to third party services appropriate documentation for loan default management. Review and respond to cohort default rates and prepare any necessary appeals.
• Coordinate and participate in the financial aid portion of orientation, registration and graduation seminars.
• Participate with other members of the campus management team in activities and communication designed to improve campus performance and meet management objectives.
• Participate in influencer activities.
• Other functions and responsibilities as assigned.

 Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred
• Three or more years of supervisory experience
• Financial Aid experience
• Leadership experience
• Experience and proficiency with incorporating the use of technology
• Computer literacy required
• Knowledge of SCT Banner helpful
• Background check required

EXEMPT POSITION  

SALARY:  

$56,000 - $65,000  

Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate’s actual base pay for this role will take into account a wide range of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. At Bryant & Stratton College, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Information about the total compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process.  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, national origin, color, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sex/gender (including pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity (including transgender status) or any other legally protected characteristics (“protected characteristics”).  Bryant & Stratton College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.