Associate Director of Graduate Aid

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job #
037855

Department Code
23623-1009

Department
Office of Financial Aid

Job Title
Associate Director of Graduate Aid

Location
Syracuse, NY

Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience

Staff Level
S5

FLSA Status
Exempt

Hours

Standard University business hours

8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)

8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)

Hours may vary based on operational needs.

Job Type
Full-time

Campus
Syracuse, NY

Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable

Job Description

This new position is responsible for creating and maintaining the structure and flow of aid administration/counseling for the multiple academic calendars associated with graduate & law programs which consist of approximately 3900 students receiving some form of aid. This position provides leadership and supervision for the current Graduate counseling staff and work collaboratively with the Financial Aid leadership team to ensure an unsurpassed student experience for all of our students on alternative calendars. This position will also identify, track, and monitor the Title IV compliance issues and risks associated with these populations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Masters degree preferred.
• 3-4 years of financial aid experience.
• NASFAA Credentials recommended: Application Process, Student Eligibility, Satisfactory Academic Progress

Job Specific Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal and state financial aid programs and regulations essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills with the ability to lead and influence and inspire both staff and colleagues.
• Ability to understand the importance of financial aid in recruitment and retention in order to achieve the strategic goals of the College.
• Ability to work independently; perform effectively in an environment with constant interruption; organize and prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment; coordinate and monitor complex projects and activities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to work well with all levels of employees, be flexible in nature, have sound judgement with an open and collaborative style that encourages teamwork and cooperation beyond the immediate team to the broader organization.
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion for students and staff. This includes but is not limited to: fostering an office environment that allows students and staff of different backgrounds and identities to feel safe, accepted, and understood; helping students with financial aid and financial literacy education to overcome barriers to college attainment; and helping develop and further initiatives in this area.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement and manage annual aid communication and processing timelines for the multiple academic calendars and tuition rates associated with the dozens of decentralized Graduate programs and multiple JD & Masters level Law programs within the financial aid module of our student information system.
• Ensure that the programs meet all Title IV regulations, especially where the alternative calendar/online program requirements differ from the residential or standard term regulations.
• Manage quarter and semester based Satisfactory Academic Progress review for graduate students. Provide support for the structure and processes for the College of Professional Studies online programs.
• Ensure that students enrolled in the alternative calendar programs receive the same level of support and communication as their residential program counterparts and within the timeframe appropriate for their program.
• Asses where graduate and law aid application processes, policies, and procedures are similar and efficiencies can be made in streamlining.
• Incorporate improvements and annual changes to ensure efficiency, customer service, and compliance with all federal, state, and university policies.
• Use query tools and statistics to inform decision making.
• Provide leadership, guidance, support, and overall supervision of Assistant Director of Graduate Counseling (counsels and manages aid for 1900 students with 3 start dates) and Quarter Term Graduate Counselor/loan processor (counsels, awards loans, and managed aid for 1300 students with 4 start dates).
• Manage workflow and workloads of this staff. Provide motivation and support, professional development, and training opportunities for staff to ensure we provide unsurpassed experiences to our students and families.
• Work collaboratively as a member of the senior Fin Aid staff regarding student assistance, process analysis, Title IV compliance, policy and procedure changes, annual planning/timelines, information needs, and improvement strategies.
• Collaborate with various offices across campus to assist with student concerns, school and college awards, information sessions, etc.
• Act as Financial Aid liaison with 2U academic program directors and graduate school.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Not Applicable

Tools/Equipment

Not Applicable

Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

About Syracuse University

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Quick Link
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/90296

Job Posting Date
12/10/2021

Application Deadline

Full Consideration By

Job Category
Staff

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