*Performs institutional need analysis and federal eligibility calculation for admitted First Year, Language School and Bread Loaf applicants and returning undergraduates.
*Constructs aid packages within the established guidelines and policies to meet the objectives of the College.
*Uses professional judgement to work with parents and aid recipients to resolve issues regarding financial aid decisions and procedures within established guidelines.
*Reviews, calculates and processes adjustments to student financial aid packages.
*Works with enrolled students to maximize understanding of aid policies and procedures related to on and off-campus study opportunities.
*Acts as resource for support staff on undergraduate procedures.
*Electronically transfers aid to accounting system.
*Develops and refines financial aid process and computer systems for upperclass aid process, including oversight of delivery system.
*Oversees the administration of the off-campus Federal Work Study Program.
*Develops financial aid application procedures for on leave programs.
*Serves as liaison with the Controller's Office.
*Develops and updates the Financial Aid Policy and Procedure manual.
*Convenes financial aid team responsible for review of new and changed federal regulations.
*Makes recommendations for implementation to Director.
*Consults with other departments on campus (primarily the Dean of Students Office and the Office of Off-Campus Study) to coordinate/update information concerning student recipients.