Top 2 Financial aid coordinator Jobs in Knoxville Tn

Financial Aid State and Government Aid Specialist
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- $60,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Financial Aid Officer - Competency Based Education
SOUTH COLLEGE —Knoxville, TN
- From $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
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Financial Aid State and Government Aid Specialist

SOUTH COLLEGE -
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$60,000 - $65,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Customer service
Data entry
Associate's degree

Full Job Description

Description:

Financial Aid State and Government Aid Specialist

Salary Range

$60,000 - $65,000

Benefits

Front Loaded PTO
Tuition Assistance
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) – with Employer Contribution

South College - We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

20,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online

Financial Aid State and Government Aid Specialist Description

South College is seeking a State and Government Aid Specialist to join the Financial Aid Department! This position is full-time on site at the South College Lonas Campus in Knoxville, TN.

Responsibilities:

Oversee day-to-day operations of all state scholarship and grant programs, including eligibility verification, award disbursement, and program reconciliation.
Administer state programs such as the Tennessee Dual Enrollment Grant (DEG), Tennessee Student Assistance Award (TSAA), Tennessee Educational Lottery Scholarships (TELS), TN Vocational Rehab, Helping Heroes Grant, TN Reconnect Grant, and TN Promise Scholarship.
Determine student eligibility based on the cost of attendance and compliance with standard financial aid practices.
Manage institutional and external scholarship funds including award calculation, posting, reconciliation, and issue resolution.
Respond to inquiries from students, parents, and staff regarding scholarship policies, eligibility, and account status.
Perform accurate and timely reconciliation of all assigned scholarship and grant funds.
Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve scholarship processing issues.
Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and institutional policies governing financial aid and ensure compliance.
Provide training to staff and students on state financial aid programs.
Use financial aid systems and software to input data, generate reports, and analyze award eligibility.
Conduct verification of student and parent documentation when required.
Communicate with students and parents regarding missing documentation, eligibility status, and loss of aid when applicable.
Assist in developing and documenting scholarship and state aid procedures.
Participate in outreach activities, college fairs, and community events to promote financial aid opportunities.
Attend workshops, seminars, and conferences related to financial aid regulations and best practices.
This position requires working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment with moderate stress levels during peak processing times. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, critical thinking, and a passion for helping students succeed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Senior Director of Financial Aid.

Requirements:

Education

Required: Associate’s degree
Preferred: Bachelor's degree

Experience

1-2 years of financial aid experience, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Customer Service, Written & Verbal Communication, Data Entry

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