Assistant Director of Financial Aid Advising
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Jan 22, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Financial Affairs, Student Affairs, Financial Aid
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Title
Assistant Director of Financial Aid Advising
Additional Information
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Provide financial aid advising for students, parents and others seeking financial aid assistance; use professional judgment to determine financial aid eligibility, perform need analysis and determine appropriate aid packages.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum Experience
At least one year of relevant experience based upon job qualifications and the provided rankings of the required responsibilities.
Minimum Other
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with all publics; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to perform mathematical calculations; skilled in using a personal computer.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree in student affairs administration or related area.
Preferred Experience
Experience in a financial aid office with knowledge of financial aid programs and processes or two years of professional work experience.
Preferred Other
Fluency in both English and Spanish.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO /AA Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships:155410
Department Information
The minimum salary for this position is $40,000.00.
Department Email or Phone Number
gregory.thornburg@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Work as a key member of the customer service team to provide impactful front-line customer service through various channels such as, but not limited to, walk-ins, phones, front desk, email and social media.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Educate current and prospective students, their parents, high school counselors and others on federal, state and institutional financial aid regulations, policies, application procedures, awarding and disbursement.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Attend professional training to maintain knowledge of federal, state and other program-related information.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Determine validity of data submitted on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ), perform need analysis, complete verification, determine cost of attendance and package/repackage financial aid.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Exercise professional judgment when reviewing student submitted documentation regarding dependency overrides and other special circumstances.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Counsel students seeking a withdrawal, perform Return to Title IV calculations and communicate with students on aid adjustments.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Monitor Satisfactory Academic Progress of students and communicate with them on strategies for maintaining progress.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Promote financial aid awareness through verbal and written communication. This includes Admission Outreach events, Orientation, high school financial aid nights and other requested information sessions.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Coordinate and process athletic aid as a part of a University Division I Athletic Program including serving as liaison with University Athletics and the Athletic Compliance team, ensuring university compliance with NCAA regulations for athletic awards; communicating with athletes, coaches and administrators in the awarding and monitoring of athletic awards.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Review consumer information, website, office publications and forms to ensure they are current, consistent and effective.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Advise students regarding financial aid for university sponsored student abroad programs.
Ranking
12
Job Duty
Serve as liaison with other university offices.
Ranking
13
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202000675P
Number of Vacancies
2
Desired Start Date
03/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
01/22/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
02/04/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Title
Assistant Director of Financial Aid Advising
Additional Information
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Provide financial aid advising for students, parents and others seeking financial aid assistance; use professional judgment to determine financial aid eligibility, perform need analysis and determine appropriate aid packages.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum Experience
At least one year of relevant experience based upon job qualifications and the provided rankings of the required responsibilities.
Minimum Other
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative relationships with all publics; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to perform mathematical calculations; skilled in using a personal computer.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Master’s degree in student affairs administration or related area.
Preferred Experience
Experience in a financial aid office with knowledge of financial aid programs and processes or two years of professional work experience.
Preferred Other
Fluency in both English and Spanish.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO /AA Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. Ball State aspires to be the model of the most student-centered and community-engaged of the 21st century public research universities, transforming entrepreneurial learners into impactful leaders – committed to improving the quality of life for all.
Department
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships:155410
Department Information
The minimum salary for this position is $40,000.00.
Department Email or Phone Number
gregory.thornburg@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Work as a key member of the customer service team to provide impactful front-line customer service through various channels such as, but not limited to, walk-ins, phones, front desk, email and social media.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Educate current and prospective students, their parents, high school counselors and others on federal, state and institutional financial aid regulations, policies, application procedures, awarding and disbursement.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Attend professional training to maintain knowledge of federal, state and other program-related information.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Determine validity of data submitted on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA ), perform need analysis, complete verification, determine cost of attendance and package/repackage financial aid.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Exercise professional judgment when reviewing student submitted documentation regarding dependency overrides and other special circumstances.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Counsel students seeking a withdrawal, perform Return to Title IV calculations and communicate with students on aid adjustments.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Monitor Satisfactory Academic Progress of students and communicate with them on strategies for maintaining progress.
Ranking
8
Job Duty
Promote financial aid awareness through verbal and written communication. This includes Admission Outreach events, Orientation, high school financial aid nights and other requested information sessions.
Ranking
9
Job Duty
Coordinate and process athletic aid as a part of a University Division I Athletic Program including serving as liaison with University Athletics and the Athletic Compliance team, ensuring university compliance with NCAA regulations for athletic awards; communicating with athletes, coaches and administrators in the awarding and monitoring of athletic awards.
Ranking
10
Job Duty
Review consumer information, website, office publications and forms to ensure they are current, consistent and effective.
Ranking
11
Job Duty
Advise students regarding financial aid for university sponsored student abroad programs.
Ranking
12
Job Duty
Serve as liaison with other university offices.
Ranking
13
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202000675P
Number of Vacancies
2
Desired Start Date
03/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
01/22/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
02/04/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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