University of San Francisco · 15 hours ago
Associate Vice Provost for Student Financial Services
The University of San Francisco is seeking an Associate Vice Provost for Student Financial Services who will ensure compliance with federal and state regulations while leading innovative financial aid programs. The role involves supervising a team and enhancing communication around financial aid, supporting student enrollment and success through effective financial literacy initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Leading USF in the development of a creative 21st century financial aid program to enhance communication around financial aid, verification, scholarship and loan procedures
Supporting the acquisition and implementation of new systems, tools and technology to empower financial aid and student accounts in optimizing operations that include responsiveness to meet both the financial aid and literacy needs of current and new students
Analyze quantitative data with an experienced eye to shape strategic directions with integrity
Communicate effectively and build multifaceted educational forums on campus and in the community to translate language of financial aid policies, procedures and knowledge to students and families
Assess and reassess regularly the effectiveness of USF policies around financial aid programs and make appropriate adjustments to lead an effort that is proactive and responsive to market forces and University needs
Assure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations and effective and efficient management of all University, state and federal student aid programs
Serve as a public face of and a key spokesperson for the University and maintain excellent relationships in state and national conversations on student financial aid needs and the changing post-secondary education environment at professional meetings and consortia
Qualification
Required
Proven effectiveness and expertise in financial aid: Expertise in creating systems to enhance student service in student financial services
Significant experience participating in leadership and management within student financial services
The University seeks a leader who shows genuine enjoyment in leading the student financial services function which supports the institutional goals and objectives
An understanding of best practices nationally in the dynamic and changing landscape that directs state and federal funding
Analytical strength: Experience in developing financial aid models in support of strategic enrollment management
The capacity for analytical thinking and ability to consider broadly the impact of admissions and financial aid outcomes on the University as a whole
Proven experience in managing complex budgets
Experience in assessment of effectiveness of financial aid funding models
Willingness to embrace the University's mission and values: A strong grasp and support for the central ethos of Jesuit Catholic education, mission and character
The ability to advocate effectively for it; and the personal and intellectual qualities expected of members of the University community
Vision, leadership, and communication skills: Vision for the future of student financial services at USF
Highly attuned understanding of motivation; and the capacity to work effectively with those who have an interest in the process of attracting, shaping and retaining USF student body
Inclusive leadership style: Empower seasoned and new staff to execute decisions with good judgment and responsiveness
Support the already excellent synergy and cohesive working relationship that exists between student accounts and financial aid
Readiness to be part of the Strategic Enrollment Management's senior team
Ability to act as an expert in student financial services, leading community-wide conversations and working in unison to execute the vision of University leadership
Technological sophistication: The ability to understand the potential value of technological innovations and to lead the process of harnessing emerging technologies for best use within all student financial service and strategic enrollment management functions
Exceptional personal qualities: Superb interpersonal and communication skills
An ability to join in partnership with colleagues, faculty, students, parents, alumni and trustees to advance the enrollment effort
Articulateness; student-centered; a sense of mission and engagement; honesty and candor; a personal presence that is warm, active and engaged; exhibits resilience and a positive attitude; and a sense of humor
At least five years at a senior level leading this unit, preferably within an operation focused on strategic enrollment management
Preferred
Graduate degree is strongly preferred
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University of San Francisco
University of San Francisco is a private Jesuit university that offers higher education programs and courses.
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