Assistant Director, New Students
1 week ago
The Highlights:
DePaul University is seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our Financial Aid Office as an Assistant Director of Financial Aid - New Students. As the Assistant Director, you will play a vital role in helping students navigate the financial aid process and make informed decisions about their educational goals.They will also serve as a liaison and partner to the Admissions team to assist with the recruitment efforts of the incoming class and will create a dedicated of financial aid professionals to guide students through the start of their program.
What You'll Do:
* Serve as the primary point of contact for Admissions, prospective students and their families regarding financial aid options, eligibility, and application procedures.
* Collaborate with the Admissions team to develop and implement strategies to recruit and enroll a diverse student population by providing accurate and timely financial aid information.
* Assist in the development and delivery of educational presentations and workshops on financial aid topics to incoming and current students.
* Conduct comprehensive financial aid counseling sessions to assist students in understanding their financial aid packages, loan options, and scholarship opportunities.
* Evaluate financial aid applications, verify information provided, and determine eligibility for various types of aid programs.
* Monitor and manage financial aid budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and maximizing aid availability to eligible students.
* Stay up-to-date with federal, state, and institutional regulations and policies related to financial aid and ensure compliance.
* Maintain accurate and confidential student records, ensuring data integrity and compliance with relevant privacy laws.
* Stay informed about current trends and best practices in student financial aid to continuously improve services and processes.
* Assistant Director is responsible for participating in outreach programs and events and supervision of staff assisting with such events and administering aid to the incoming students.
* Assistant Director uses professional judgment according to federal, state and institutional guidelines when reviewing appeals from students.
* Participation in administration of individual student aid programs; aggregate dollars of programs involved exceed 1 million dollars.
What You'll Need:
* Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred.
* Minimum of 3 years of experience working in financial aid administration, preferably in higher education.
* Strong knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations, policies, and procedures.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively explain complex financial concepts to students and families.
* Proficiency in using financial aid software, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Proven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data analysis and record-keeping.
* Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of the job.
* May not be currently delinquent or in default on a federal loan, or owe a overpayment of federal grant funds.
* Extended hours and/or weekend work required, depending on time of year, volume and demand.
Perks:
* Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
* Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
* Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
* Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
* Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more
* Full-Time Benefits
For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement:
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.
Required Background Check:
Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.
Mandated Reporting of Child Abuse & Neglect:
Upon accepting an offer of employment with the university, you will also be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status at the time of hire. A mandated reporter is required to make a report to the Illinois DCFS Hotline whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that a child known to them in their professional or official capacity may be abused or neglected. For more information, please visit the following pages:
Illinois Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)
Illinois Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act
DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.
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