Assistant Director, Financial Aid

2 days ago

Fairfield, California, United States Fairfield University Full time
Job Description:

DIVISION: Enrollment Management

DEPARTMENT: Office of Financial Aid

BASIC FUNCTION: Advises and counsels students, parents and other interested parties regarding financial aid programs; Verifies student files in accordance with federal and institutional requirements; Processes financial aid appeals; Manages a project or set of projects directly related to the management of financial aid programs and collaboration with other offices on campus; Conducts on and off campus financial aid and financial literacy presentations; Participates in the growth and development of the department; Promotes safe and secure working conditions. Nights and weekends may be required during peak enrollment season and to support events being hosted by campus partners.

UNUSUAL WORK CONDITIONS: Exposure to highly confidential information

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree required

EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of related financial aid experience; demonstrated record of responsible and successful work in financial aid;

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL NEEDED: Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state aid programs, processes and regulations; demonstrated knowledge and comfort utilizing various computer technologies and federal electronic programs; experience with PowerFaids and Workday preferred; excellent written and oral communications skills, including public speaking skills; possesses an administrative style that emphasizes collaboration and service with faculty, staff and students; ability to work in a team environment as well as the ability to work independently; keen attention to detail; ability to exercise independent judgement in the interpretation of office policies and procedure.

REPORTS TO: Director, Financial Aid

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Advises and counsels students, parents and other interested parties regarding financial aid programs, eligibility criteria, application procedures and the aid awarding process. This includes:
  • Reviewing student aid applications to determine eligibility for financial aid in accordance with federal and university guidelines,
  • Utilizing PowerFaids in conjunction with Workday, as well as federal and state computer programs to track financial aid applicants and administer aid programs,
  • Educating students and parents about financial aid options,
  • Identifying and referring students to alternative funding sources as needed,
  • Maintaining current knowledge of changing federal aid regulations and processes through reading, conference attendance and/or engagement within the financial aid professional community,
  • Adhering to FERPA and confidentiality regulations,
  • Serving as Counselor of the Day on a rotating schedule.
  • Reviewing and adjusting financial aid awards due to Overawards, Verification, Change of Enrollment status, etc.
Verifies student files in accordance with federal and institutional requirements. This involves:
  • Comparing federal tax returns or tax transcripts to applicant-reported data on the FAFSA and CSS/Profile aid applications
  • Communicating with applicants to obtain additional documentation as needed to complete the verification
  • Adjusting aid awards according to federal and institutional methodology to reflect verification results
  • Collaborating with other FA staff to ensure documents are reviewed in a timely manner
  • Maintaining records, including confidentiality, of submitted documents
  • Review and process financial aid appeals.
Manages a project or set of projects directly related to the management of financial aid programs and collaboration with other offices on campus. -Financial Aid Program-TBA
  • Works in collaboration with the University Bursar on areas of payment and payment processing of special student populations;
  • Works in collaboration with the University Registrar on projects related to registration and its impact on financial aid and special populations;
  • Works in collaboration with the Office of Enrollment
  • Provides support at enrollment events for special populations which may require evening and weekend work.
    • Conducts on and off campus financial aid and financial literacy presentations. Format may be in person, via zoom or a webinar.
      • Participating in university recruitment events, open houses, guidance counselor programs and similar activities as needed,
      • Serving as a resource to other campus offices or student organizations with financial aid information and related presentations as needed.
Participates in the growth and development of the department. This includes:
  • Communicating effectively with supervisor concerning pertinent departmental and University matters,
  • Promoting an image of efficiency and courtesy throughout the University community and consistent with the Office of Financial Aid,
  • Participating in departmental staff meetings as needed.
  • Performs other related duties as requested.
Duties may be changed and/or be added at any time.

Category:
Enrollment Management - Admin
Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.

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