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Assistant Director of Financial Aid (SSP IV) - Deadline Extended

Employer
Fresno State University
Location
California, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 28, 2021


Assistant Director of Financial Aid
(Student Services Professional IV)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary: $5,351 per month

Full Classification Salary Range: $5,351 - $7,633 per month

  • This is a full-time, probationary, exempt position.


The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 14 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here .

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships, the Assistant Director will contribute to student success by managing the customer/student service areas of the Financial Aid and Scholarships office, which include the Student Center windows, Phone Center, outreach, website and social media to provide information and guidance to students and parents. Additionally, this position serves as the liaison between Financial Aid and Student Accounts, working closely with them to resolve account issues.

Key Qualifications

  • In depth knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations
  • Comprehensive knowledge of financial aid administration requirement of federal, state and campus funds
  • Thorough knowledge of financial aid technology in a higher education setting
  • Experience in a leadership role in financial aid preferred
  • Supervisory experience preferred



To view the full list of qualifications and job responsibilities, please click the Position Description button above.

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  • Minimum of four years of professional experience in advising, counseling or guiding students in financial aid or closely related field.
  • Strong background in customer service




Department Summary

The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office at Fresno State awards over $220 million annually to students. The office is responsible for adhering to federal, state, and institutional policies and procedures for the processing of student aid. For more information, visit their website: http://www.fresnostate.edu/studentaffairs/financialaid/index.html



Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by July 19, 2021 will be given full consideration by the search committee. Applications received after that date will be forwarded at the request of the Hiring Manager and/or search committee.

Please click “Apply Now” to complete the employment application for California State University, Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following: 1) their most recent resumé/vitae, 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest, and 3) contact information for three professional references.



Fresno State

California State University, Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The University's mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery, Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25,000, including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state, nation, and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno, with a multi-ethnic population of over 527,000, is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite, Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, San Francisco, Los Angeles, the Monterey Peninsula, beaches, sailing, lakes, and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.



Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a "designated position" under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Advertised: 14 Jun 2021 Pacific Daylight Time
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