Concordia University-Wisconsin ยท 1 day ago
Director of Financial Aid
Mequon,WI,US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expConcordia University-Wisconsin is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world. They are seeking a Director of Financial Aid who will provide direction and guidance to financial aid staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and manage financial aid programs and services. The role involves overseeing operations, developing policies, and counseling students regarding financial aid opportunities.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Manage planning and operational activities of financial aid programs and services for the institution including oversight for federal, state and institutional funds
Develop, implement, review and document policies and procedures to ensure effective, efficient and compliant administration of federal, state and institutional funds across all schools and campuses
Prepare or oversees timely preparation and submission of reports required by the institution, accrediting agencies, federal and state agencies
Develop and implement strategies, programs and resources to ensure the office provides high quality and timely service and counseling to students to finance their education and support financial literacy during school and after graduation
Oversee the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and return of Title IV Funds, coordination of student loan processing between students, federal government and the institution and Title IV refunds and repayments including the U.S. Department of Education and National Student Loan Data System notifications
Administer appeals process related to SAP and special circumstances
Identify and implement the philosophy of the packaging, scheduling and disbursing of financial aid funds
Publicly present financial aid presentations and maintain accuracy of all collateral (website, college catalog, and other media) relating to financial aid
Counsel and advise students regarding financial needs and problems and recommend financial aid opportunities and scholarship and loan eligibility and procedures. Maintain knowledge of institutional financial aid policies procedures, and programs
Manage personnel resources, performance, and day-to-day operations to support staff development, smooth and efficient workflow, and quality service to students
Prepare annual budget and monitor expenditures to support financial stewardship
Work closely with the Advancement Department to process merit and need-based scholarships and endowment
Oversees monthly federal and internal reconciliation efforts and report to reviewing entities, such as auditors, program reviewers, and the Controller and Senior Accountant in Business Office
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor degree
5 years of experience in higher education that includes experience in financial aid and leadership roles
Technological competence in Microsoft Office Suite products and financial software (e.g., Excel, Banner) products
Knowledge of accounting, finance and data analytics
Strong verbal and written communications skills
Ability both to work independently and collaborate with diverse constituents
Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Preferred
Graduate degree
Benefits
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
Disability and Survivor Plan
Retirement Pension Plan
Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)
Company
Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mission Statement: CUW is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the World.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Roy Peterson
Chief Financial Officer
Michael Uden
Vice President for Enrollment and Chief Strategy Officer
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