Assistant Director Financial AId
About The Position
In partnership with the Director of Financial Aid, advise students on the financial aid process, determine financial aid eligibility, and package aid. Act on behalf of the Director of Financial Aid in his or her absence. Location: Valparaiso Pay Range: $49,000 - $53,000 Communicate financial aid information and opportunities available to students and prospective students at the College. Advise students (both on and off campus) on the financial aid process and assist with the completion of forms. Coordinate campus scholarship programs. Collect and review verification documents for financial aid files Develop and implement financial aid workshops. Be proficient in Banner Software. Determine financial aid eligibility and package aid. Monitor and enforce Standards of Progress. Conduct all activities within the established guidelines of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Maintain student financial aid files. Process financial aid information forms for external agencies. Counsel students on the loan process. Serve as a representative of the office at open houses and other college events. Assist office with training staff. Demonstrated knowledge of veterans’ education benefits and related regulations. The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a business discipline or public administration
- Minimum of three years of financial aid experience and one year of supervisory experience required
- Positivity, creativity, flexibility in working schedule. (Ability to work days and some evenings) focused on student support and success
- Fully supports the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives
- Official copies of transcripts required during pre-hire process
Nice To Haves
- Experience with financial aid information systems preferred
Responsibilities
- Advise students on the financial aid process
- Determine financial aid eligibility
- Package aid
- Act on behalf of the Director of Financial Aid in his or her absence
- Communicate financial aid information and opportunities available to students and prospective students
- Advise students (both on and off campus) on the financial aid process and assist with the completion of forms
- Coordinate campus scholarship programs
- Collect and review verification documents for financial aid files
- Develop and implement financial aid workshops
- Be proficient in Banner Software
- Monitor and enforce Standards of Progress
- Conduct all activities within the established guidelines of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
- Maintain student financial aid files
- Process financial aid information forms for external agencies
- Counsel students on the loan process
- Serve as a representative of the office at open houses and other college events
- Assist office with training staff
- Demonstrated knowledge of veterans’ education benefits and related regulations
Benefits
- Health & Wellness Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
- Retirement & Financial Security 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Educational Benefits Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Work‑Life Balance Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
- Additional Perks Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
