Senior Assistant Director of Financial Services
Job Description
Senior Assistant Director of Financial Services
Student Financial Services, Rose Hill
Fordham University
Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located
in New York City. Founded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000
undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.
∙ Fordham University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits
package to its employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, life,
and disability insurance.
∙ We offer tuition remission for employees and their dependents
∙ A generous employer match towards a 403(b) retirement plan.
∙ As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code (IRC), Fordham is considered a qualifying employer for
the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, a federal
program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain
public and certain nonprofit employers.
∙ As part of its work-life balance program, the University provides
generous PTO including 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days,
6 summer Fridays, and holidays that include paid time off between
Christmas and New year.
∙ University employees have access to the Employee Assistance Program
(EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to
help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family,
life, and work-related issues.
Hybrid Policy:
Please review the Hybrid Policy here.
https://www.fordham.edu/human-resources/policies-guides-and-
agreements/hybridremote-work-policy-for-administrators/
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Compliance, the Senior Assistant Director assists in
the administration, compliance and processing of financial aid programs. This
position will evaluate, analyze and process detailed confidential reports to
determine student eligibility for financial assistance using both federal and
institutional methodology.
The Senior Assistant Director provides leadership, administrative effectiveness
and financial aid services through an emphasis on individual attention to students
and high-quality customer service.
Essential Functions
∙ Collaborates closely with other members of the Student Financial Services
management team, as well as the Enrollment Group managers, in support
of the University’s mission and enrollment goals.
∙ Is responsible for origination, disbursement and reconciliation for the
Direct Loan and Pell Grant programs.
∙ Manages processes including, but not limited to, Mid-Year Transfer
Monitoring. TAP Posting, R2T4, and FAFSA /CSS imports.
∙ Assists with adjustment of financial aid for compliance issues.
∙ Assists in all aspects of financial aid administration, including but not
limited to, counseling of students and parents, needs analysis, processing
of applications, and packaging.
∙ Interacts with other University offices.
∙ Reads, interprets, communicates, and supports compliance with the most
recent regulatory releases and/or procedures for assigned programs.
Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Additional Functions
∙ Conducts financial aid, and financing presentations.
∙ Participates in professional development workshops.
∙ May be required to work at other Fordham campuses. Some evening and
weekend work required.
∙ Assumes other tasks as assigned.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
∙ Bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts or Business.
∙ Proven administrative and management skills and experience.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
∙ Knowledge of Federal and New York State Financial Aid Programs.
∙ Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
∙ Knowledge of Federal and New York State Financial Aid Programs.
∙ Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the
goals of Jesuit Education.
Preferred Qualifications
∙ Minimum three years of diverse experience in financial aid.
∙ Knowledge of Powerfaids and Banner Systems.
Minimum Starting Salary: $66,000
Maximum Starting Salary: $71,000
Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
FLSA: Exempt
START DATE: ASAP
APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/6933
ABOUT FORDHAM
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an
exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000
students in its 9 colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx
and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center
Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United
Kingdom.
Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and
welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.
Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled and other
protected categories
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