West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission | Community and Technical College System of West...
WV Invests Program Manager
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $52,357.00 - $59,211.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
legal services
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Retirement Plan
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Paid holidays
Job Description
The West Virginia Higher Education Policy Commission (WVHEPC) and the Community and Technical College System of West Virginia are dedicated organizations committed to enhancing educational opportunities and financial aid accessibility for students across the state. Located in South Charleston, WV, WVHEPC plays a crucial role in managing and administering various financial aid programs that support higher education affordability and success for thousands of students. As state agencies, they work in close collaboration with state colleges, universities, and educational institutions to ensure that every qualified student has access to the financial resources needed to pursue their academic goals. The commission also... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in education, student personnel, business administration, or related field
- minimum of two years of directly related work experience
- preferred master's degree in education, business or related field
- experience in financial aid program administration
- knowledge of public higher education regulations and policies
- knowledge of federal, institutional, and private financial aid programs
- ability to manage budgets and work on project teams
- capability to develop procedures, standards, and guidelines
- strong oral and written communication skills
- ability to establish and maintain effective relationships
- proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Access, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- ability to travel across the state
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in education, student personnel, business administration, or related field
- master's degree in education, business, or related field preferred
- minimum of two years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
- experience in financial aid program administration strongly preferred
- knowledge of functions, regulations, and policies affecting public higher education
- knowledge of federal, institutional, and private financial aid programs
- ability to manage budgets
- skill in developing procedures and guidelines
- strong written and oral communication skills
- ability to maintain effective working relationships
- proficiency with financial aid software and related desktop applications
- ability to travel statewide
Job Duties
- Identify major program issues and resolutions
- award, disburse, and monitor scholarship funds
- coordinate distribution of program information and legislative changes
- process and notify WV Invests Grant awards and denials
- evaluate student eligibility for financial aid awards
- review, evaluate, and respond to grant appeals and deferments
- update student status in the FAMS system
- send financial aid notifications
- manage disbursement of funds
- assist in resolving students' award issues
- update and edit application forms and requirements
- track student compliance (drug screens, community service, residency requirements)
- draft written guidance and reports
- develop and maintain policy and procedures manual
- prepare and interpret financial aid reports
- respond to inquiries from students, parents, and counselors
- assist with institutional audit
- assist in policy formulation
- conduct training and workshops for financial aid staff and community
- assist in FAFSA completion
- perform other duties as assigned
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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