American University · 1 month ago
Assistant Director Financial Aid
Washington, DC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $73K/yr
3+ years expAmerican University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. The Assistant Director of Financial Aid is responsible for managing financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with federal and institutional guidelines, and providing advice and counseling to students and families regarding financial assistance options.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing and administering all aspects federal, institutional and state aid programs to include the administration of the Financial Aid Office’s portfolio of State Grant and external scholarships
Determine extent, type and amount of eligibility for various types of financial aid, to include state and external scholarships
Recruit, train and supervise a full-time financial aid counselor
Provide financial advice and counseling to both prospective and enrolled students, parents and AU Administrators regarding the donor/ restricted scholarship process, application of payment, budgeting, and financial planning each semester
Explain federal/institutional regulations, methods of compliance and procedures and policies
Understand and inform students of all principles underlying the system of needs analysis, methods of information collection and verification
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
3 - 5 years of relevant experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
Preferred
Master's degree or equivalent
Working knowledge of automated systems
Benefits
A 200% matching retirement plan
Tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families
Several leadership development certificates
Recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite
Company
American University
American University's historic academic strengths are rooted in social responsibility and our dedication to cultural and intellectual diversity.
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