Join Our Passionate Team! Are you an experienced financial aid professional looking to make a significant impact on students’ lives? Susquehanna University is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Associate Director of Financial Aid to lead our financial aid programs and help students achieve their educational dreams. Why You’ll Love This Job: Influence and Impact: Play a crucial role in recruiting and retaining students by managing our comprehensive financial aid programs. Collaborative Environment: ... more details
Associate Director of Financial Aid
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Posting Details
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Position Title
Associate Director of Financial Aid
Position Approval Date
Is this position budgeted?
Is this position an essential position?
No
About Susquehanna
Susquehanna University is the future-ready institution for today, invested in cultivating intellectual grounding, active learning and global citizenship for all students. Renowned as one of the finest U.S. national liberal arts colleges, Susquehanna inspires and challenges 2,200 enterprising, bright-minded students studying the arts, business, humanities and sciences. Our students seize opportunities through exceptional worldwide internships, expert-guided research and an acclaimed study-abroad program, leading to a transformative education that empowers each graduate to realize their unique potential and lead a successful and meaningful life.
The Susquehanna River Valley with its fresh air and overall pleasant year-round climate, provides four distinct seasons amidst a backdrop of vibrant autumn foliage, occasional winter snowfalls, flower-filled springs and warm summer evenings illuminated by fireflies. Nearby outdoor recreational areas for hiking, kayaking, fishing and skiing — and the bustling cultural and commerce hubs of New York City, Washington D.C., Baltimore and Philadelphia within a three-hour drive — present abundant opportunities for learning and discovery.
Position Summary
Join Our Passionate Team!
Are you an experienced financial aid professional looking to make a significant impact on students’ lives? Susquehanna University is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Associate Director of Financial Aid to lead our financial aid programs and help students achieve their educational dreams.
Why You’ll Love This Job:
Influence and Impact: Play a crucial role in recruiting and retaining students by managing our comprehensive financial aid programs.
Collaborative Environment: Work closely with various university departments to streamline processes and enhance student experiences.
Professional Growth: Provide training and support to staff, ensuring continuous development and expertise in financial aid regulations and procedures.
Your Role and Responsibilities:
Financial Aid Program Management: Plan, develop, and implement student financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations.
Exceptional Customer Service: Deliver outstanding financial aid counseling and support to students and their families, guiding them through the financial aid process.
Interdepartmental Collaboration: Coordinate with departments such as Admissions, Residence Life, and Athletics to streamline processes and support student success.
Award Management: Execute financial aid awarding and packaging policies, maximizing the utilization of funds to meet enrollment goals.
Regulatory Compliance: Stay current with federal and state financial aid regulations, ensuring compliance and accurate administration of aid programs.
Join Us in Creating an Inclusive Culture: At Susquehanna University, we are dedicated to fostering a community that embraces diversity and inclusion. You’ll play an essential role in creating an environment that respects and celebrates differences.
Apply Today! Become a vital part of our university community and contribute to the success of our students. Apply now to advance your career and make a difference at Susquehanna University.
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Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree required.
Experience
Five years of financial aid leadership experience required.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
The person in this position will possess the knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to the delivery of financial aid funds for higher education, have experience with technological resources including a wide variety of software programs and applications including but not restricted to university ERP systems, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases, and have knowledge of federal tax forms and financial aid application forms.
They will be skilled in math and accounting procedures to reconcile student and financial aid fund accounts and be skilled and have experience in customer services to provide excellent customer care. They will have the ability to communicate in verbal and written form to ensure shared understanding of information, ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines and the ability to navigate sensitive financial & personal situations of students/ parents.
Physical Demand
Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time indoors. Exposure to repetitive motion of the fingers, hands, and wrists daily. Use of a PC and telephone, photocopier, and facsimile machine approximately 95% of the workday. Position requires the ability to occasionally lift ten pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Instructions to the Applicant
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Number of Months
12 months
Additional Work Schedule Details?
Hours per week during the academic year (39 wks)
Hours per week during the summer (13 wks)
Status
Full-Time Benefits Eligible
Posting Date
07/12/2024
Closing Date
08/12/2024
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full Time
Open Until Filled
No
Anticipated Start Date
Posting Number
AH01215
Posting Specific Questions
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What is your highest degree earned?
Doctorate Degree
Masters Degree
Bachelor Degree
ABD
Associate Degree
Some college courses
High School Diploma
GED
How many years of relevant experience do you have?
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