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National Louis University · 1 month ago

Assistant Director of Student Finance

Wheeling, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$52K/yr - $75K/yr

National Louis University is a 135+ year old institution focused on providing access to educational opportunities. The Assistant Director of Student Finance is responsible for leading the Student Finance Department, ensuring compliance with financial aid policies, and overseeing the awarding and disbursement of student financial aid.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversee the administration of all Title IV programs. Ensure Federal and State accreditation and institutional guidelines for student enrollment and financial aid eligibility are met. Comply with all Federal, State, accreditation and institutional policies and procedures

Monitors student financial assistance process to ensure financial aid packages are accurate

Answers students and/or parents financial aid questions and ensures their understanding of all funding options. Review, analyze, and provides solutions to escalated student issues and communicates proposed solutions back to the appropriate party

Audit the work of the financial aid team, research regulatory questions and provide training to the department

Manage the return to Title IV process, including reviewing accounts and communicating with other departments to gather attendance information

Train, develop, and manage members of the team, including regular meetings and one on ones. Directly or indirectly leads employees in the Student Finance Department. Carries out leadership responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies, procedures and applicable laws

Assist in the hiring, coaching, and managing the performance of assigned employees, or makes effective suggestions and recommendations regarding the employment status of assigned employees

Interact with outside agencies including the US Department of Education, Department of Veterans Affairs, State Agencies, Accrediting Agency, lenders and guaranty agencies. Manage all processes associated with VA students, enrollment status, tuition rates, Yellow Ribbon Program, compliance, certification, and resources

Oversee the coordination and completion of required reporting and department quality control activities and measures. Participate in FSA and VA compliance audits

Prepare information and present at meetings, discussion groups or workshops for students, parents, staff, community organizations and/or outside agencies

Qualification

Title IV administrationFinancial aid complianceStudent finance processScholarshipsReturn to Title IV calculationsMicrosoft Office SuiteInnovative thinkingCommunicationInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingFlexibility

Required

Bachelor's degree required; coursework in math, business, finance, auditing or accounting preferred

Experience awarding and packaging undergraduate students

Experience with work-study, scholarship & campus-based funding programs

Experience completing Return to Title IV calculations. Must not be debarred from Title IV programs, and not in default on Title IV student loan

Ability to build productive relationships with all departments involved in the student enrollment process

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Detail oriented & problem solver; ability to research problems and provide resolution

Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload

Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite

Technical Credibility: Has achieved credibility related to technical standards and procedures

Innovative Thinking: Looks out for new and innovative approaches that will improve efficiency

Flexibility: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing conditions and demands

Preferred

Cover Letter (Optional)

Benefits

Health Insurance benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid Time Off

Educational Opportunities

Company

National Louis University

For more than 125 years, National Louis University has offered a progressive and professional education that builds careers and strengthens communities.

Founded in 1886

Chicago, Illinois, USA

501-1000 employees

http://www.nl.edu/

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