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Primary Job Posting Location:
Macon, GA 31207Additional Job Posting Locations:
(Other locations that this position could be based)
Responsibilities:
The Director will provide leadership and strategic oversight for all federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs for the School of Medicine. The Director will continuously assess department policies, procedures and processes to ensure compliance with federal, state and institutional regulations while also supporting School of Medicine recruitment, retention, and financial strategies and goals. The Director is responsible for monitoring student indebtedness and implementing an effective debt management and financial education/wellness program for students.
Total aid administered by the School of Medicine is $40+ million per year. The overwhelming majority of aid is governed by federal regulations. The Director must assure that federal regulations are adhered to or the University could risk losing federal funding.
This position will produce and analyze data, make judgements and act independently while reporting directly to the Senior Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs. This position works closely with the University's AVP of Financial Planning to ensure adherence to University goals and policies.
Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university and three years of prior financial aid experience, to include experience with student information systems, are required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Comprehensive knowledge of Title IV federal regulations.
Ability to use a student software information system to prepare financial aid awards and pull report data.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills needed when working with students, parents, staff and administration.
Demonstrated analytical and mathematical skills to analyze data, interpret results, and reconcile accounts.
Background Check Contingencies:
- Criminal History
Required Document Attachments:
- Resume
- Cover letter
- List of three professional references with contact information
About Mercer University
Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a distinguished private institution recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement. With campuses across Georgia, Mercer’s twelve schools and colleges offer a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university cultivates a close-knit, student-centered environment where innovation, service, and personal growth are deeply valued. Mercer’s employees are at the heart of its mission, dedicated to advancing innovation, supporting student success, and strengthening both our local and global communities through service. At Mercer, we believe in the power of relationships and the importance of in-person collaboration. Accordingly, our employees are expected to serve in-person as it fosters real-time problem solving, mentoring, and the meaningful connections that strengthen both our work and service to our students and the broader university community.
Why Work at Mercer University
Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid vacation and sick leave, technology discounts, schedules that allow for work-life balance, and so much more!
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