Assistant Director of Student Aid

Assistant Director of Student AidThe Assistant Director of Student Aid ensures the accurate and compliant operation of all student financial aid programs. Key responsibilities include processing loan certifications and fund disbursements (including Return of Title IV and COD balancing), maintaining strict adherence to federal and state regulations, and preparing critical financial reports and correspondence. This role serves as a primary support resource by counseling students and parents, handling verification and corrections, and supervising student workers. The Assistant is also responsible for representing the Financial Aid Director at various institutional events and meetings.30% - Loan Certification, Preparing financial aid postings, processing of return of Title IV, processing and balancing of accounts through COD, prepare reports and correspondence as needed. Working with Business Office in the posting of financial aid programs. Must keep abreast of federal, state, and institutional rules and regs to govern the awarding and disbursement of financial aid. Works closely with the financial aid staff in providing support and training. May be required to work some evenings and weekends during peak processing periods and for special projects.30%- Assist students and parents with questions in regards to financial aid or any paperwork required for financial aid consideration. Counseling students about financial aid. Verification and corrections.30% - Representing the Financial Aid Office on behalf of the director for meetings, orientations, etc. Other tasks as determined by the Director of Financial Aid.10% - Supervise student workers including scheduling, training/explaining the financial aid process and daily operations. Schedule training periods and monthly student worker updates.Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree. Experience: Over 5 years of direct experience in a Financial Aid Office at a 24-year University/College. 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience working in Financial Aid.Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance, Education or a closely related field. 5+ years of progressively responsible experience working in Financial Aid. Salary Range: $45,000.00-$55,000.00All applicants must submit a resume, copies of official transcript(s), and three professional references including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address. Please attach all documents under the Resume/CV section of your application. Original transcript(s) are required prior to hire.An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and morePositions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSUE Human Resources Management Office at 337-550-1222 or emailed at hr@lsue.edu.