Inside Higher Ed · 2 weeks ago
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, FINANCIAL AID, Sargent College, Academic Services
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$63K/yr - $81K/yr
5+ years expBoston University Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences is one of the country's leading schools in its field, and they are seeking an Assistant Director of Graduate Financial Aid. This role involves determining eligibility for financial aid, awarding scholarships, advising graduate students, and providing administrative support for enrollment efforts.
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Responsibilities
Determine eligibility and awarding scholarships and other funds in consultation with administration
Process financial aid documents
Advise all graduate students across several large graduate programs at Sargent College
Counsel students regarding various financial aid programs and budgets
Educate students on options, procedures, and repayment of federal financial aid
Contribute to all aspects of financial aid support to graduate students during admission and throughout their time as a graduate student at Sargent College
Provide complementary administrative support of graduate enrollment efforts during peak times of the year in coordination with Sr. Director of Graduate Enrollment & Strategic Communications and their team for general admissions administration, operations related to the Slate platform, enrollment events, and other graduate enrollment tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree, master's preferred
Five years of professional experience in higher education student financial aid management
Sensitivity for multicultural, disability, and socio-economic diversity with an awareness of best practices
Diplomacy and dependability in collaborating with students, faculty, staff and resources across the University
Experience supporting data-informed decisions
Experience serving diverse student populations and a demonstrated commitment to racial justice, equity, and inclusion
Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), including the ability to work sensitively to support students to make informed decisions
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues across the university
Openness to learning new reporting platforms and procedures
Preferred
Interest in health-care professions and the role of AAU/R1 universities in the US higher-education system
Previous knowledge and familiarity with BU's student information systems is a plus!
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