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Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or a commitment to completing a Master’s within three years of starting in the position)
• Minimum of three years of higher education experience
• Experience working with federal & state regulations or other regulatory bodies
• Two or more years of reporting experience
• Prior supervisory and management experience
• Competent use of client or student database system
• Effectively manage time and priorities to meet established deadlines
• Work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers and other external contacts
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Work in a team environment with multiple, sometimes changing priorities
• Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills
• Must complete NASFAA Professional Credentials, SEVIS DSO training, and Veteran certification official modules according to signed plan and timeframe.
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of Coordinating Board reporting requirements
• Direct Financial Aid, Veterans, Registrar, or Admissions experience
• Knowledge of Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) requirements
• Knowledge of Texas Residency requirements, Texas Success Initiative, and the admissions process
• Knowledge of F1 Visa student requirements

Essential Functions

• Direct, plan, establish, and implement sound operational and organizational plans to support the College mission
• Formulate policies, regulations, procedures, and processes to improve overall student success-driven operations
• Creatively use emerging technologies to develop communication plans, deliver services and programs, and build relationships that meet high student satisfaction levels
• Responsible for the oversight of the student financial aid programs and services to ensure federal and state compliance regulations, rules, and reporting requirements are met
• Manages budget and fiscal matters, effectively recognizing work-related problems, opportunities, priorities, and risks
• Manages student satisfaction through the delivery of quality customer service in all aspects of the administration of financial aid and admissions
• Ensures accurate and confidential handling of student records and data
• Direct and oversee selection, training, supervision, and evaluation of direct reports
• Responsible for directing, assisting, and providing support with the supervision, evaluation, and coordination of all campus functions pertaining to admissions and financial aid
• Help direct reports to maximize their contribution to the College and to grow professionally; foster teamwork and a positive attitude both within and towards other departments
• Provide and report weekly measures, outcomes, and statistics to monitor, assess, and analyze efforts and progress toward goals for admissions and financial aid
• Collaborate and coordinate with other campus departments to plan and assess College programming and processes
• Stays abreast of current regulations, changes, trends, best practices, and techniques concerning policies and procedures that affect admissions, financial aid, and military services
• Will be responsible for oversight of the Perkins Grant.
• Implement a professional development and training program for a successful student front-door experience
• Provide leadership and oversight over recruitment, outreach and financial aid
• Oversee outreach and recruitment events such as TACROA college fairs and high school campus visits
• Establish and maintain relationships with area school districts; foster strong relationships between the College and area high school counselors
• Serve as a quality management trainer for certifying coaches
• Maintain a high level of professional competence in best practices in admissions, financial aid, program assessment, operational budgeting, and leadership
• Provide oversight in the writing and management of the Carl D. Perkins Grant
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Work in a team environment with multiple, sometimes changing priorities
• Strong communication, leadership, and presentation skills
• Work in a team environment with multiple, sometimes changing priorities
• Build effective relationships within and between departments; seek feedback from and maintain effective ongoing communication with others
• Serves on campus committees and task forces as requested
• Attend Curriculum Committee meetings to document updates
• Coordinate with financial aid offices of upper-division colleges and universities to ensure continuity of assistance for Midland College students
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move or drive to other locations on and off campus
• This position may require occasional travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 20 pounds
• Duties indoors and some outdoors
• Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events

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