Financial Aid Director Assistant

Job Title
Financial Aid Director Assistant


Requisition Number
RE49430


Working Title
Assistant Director for Verification and Eligibility


Department Name
1B530:Student Financial Aid


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
45


Salary Range
$47,278-78,000/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MA



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Required Related Experience

3 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing, or pulling objects up to 25 lbs., sitting at computer workstation for extended periods including data entry, some job-related travel



Shift

Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (40 hours/week).



Job Summary

The Assistant Director for Federal Verification and Eligibility supervises three financial aid counselors who have responsibility for the processing of federal verification, eligibility confirmation, and professional judgment and SAP appeals, as well as financial aid counseling. The position provides oversight and resolves high-level customer service issues and concerns. The position balances OSFAS Counseling resources to adapt to the most beneficial student success model, as well as is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of financial aid counseling services and student aid delivery. Analyzes OSFAS Counselors’ workflows to identify and anticipate lulls and peaks and recommends modifications to OSFAS Counselors’ duties and schedules. This position works collaboratively with others who support OSFAS counseling efforts with developing tools to track, monitor, manage, and report on OSFAS.

Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a diverse community of learners in achieving success.






Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

MS Windows, MS Office, and Financial Aid Management System(s).



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes


Preferred Education/Experience

5 Years Job-related Experience & Master Degree. Earned NASFAA Credentials.



Deadline to Apply
03/17/2025


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