About the role#
The Student Financial Services Manager of Grants oversees the operations for state, institutional, and external grants and scholarships. This role ensures that financial resources are delivered to students and families in an accurate and timely manner. You will manage complex financial aid processes, maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, and coordinate institutional scholarship programs.
What you'll do#
- Prepare and package financial aid based on eligibility requirements.
- Review and verify student eligibility for ongoing program funding.
- Manage the Federal Work-study program and the Title IV verification process.
- Oversee the state grant file upload process and maintain student records.
- Direct the LC Scholarship Committee and manage the Scholarship Portal.
- Keep current with federal and state financial aid regulations.
- Assist the Executive Director with reporting requirements.
- Prioritize work for yourself and support staff to meet deadlines.
- Maintain scholarship website pages and coordinate student communications.
What you'll need#
- A Bachelor’s degree is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred.
- At least 3 years of experience in higher education financial aid.
- Experience with PA State Grant and Special Programs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and computerized financial aid or billing systems, with preference for PowerFaids and Jenzabar.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and process management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and communicate effectively.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, remote position.
- The term is rolling.
About Lackawanna College
Lackawanna College is a private, accredited institution based in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1896, the college operates as a nonprofit organization focused on providing higher education to the local community. It maintains multiple campus locations throughout the region to serve its student population. The institution employs approximately 687 staff members.
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