Associate Director of Financial Aid

Title: Associate Director of Financial Aid


Employee Classification: Assoc Dir Financial Aid


Campus: University of North Texas


Division: UNT-Enrollment Management


SubDivision-Department: UNT-Financial Aid & Schol-Gen


Department: UNT-Financial Aid-164860


Job Location: Denton


Salary: Compensation is determined based on experience and qualifications.


FTE: 1.000000


Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview


Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

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Department Summary


The Financial Aid & Scholarships (FAS) Office is committed to helping students achieve their educational goals by providing effective and meaningful financial aid assistance. FAS is responsible for processing financial aid applications, administrating various financial aid programs, and providing financial aid counseling to students and their families.


Position Overview


This position will serve as the Associate Director of Financial Aid over the areas of federal, state, & private student educational loan administration, federal & state work study, and the Return of Title IV Funds process. Position will manage all functional and technical aspects, maintain compliance, and implement best business practices for these areas. This position must possess a high level of understanding of federal/state rules and regulations, institutional policies and procedures, and strategic goals. Position will report to the Director of Financial Aid - Operations, supervise a team of 5-6 FTE, and serve as a member of the Financial Aid & Scholarships (FAS) Leadership Team.


Minimum Qualifications


Bachelor's degree in related field and six years of closely related professional experience.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


* Prior experience in the administration of financial aid programs.
* Prior experience in supervising and training staff in the administration of financial aid.
* Ability to interpret federal, state, and institutional student aid policy.
* Ability to develop effective relationships with other teams as well as internal and external partners.
* Excellent analytical and business process development skills.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications


Bachelor's Degree in related field and six years of related experience. Experience with PeopleSoft preferred.


Required License/Registration/Certifications


As a condition of hire and continued employment, must be in good standing on all federal and must grant permission for the office to access the National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) to verify such standing.


Job Duties

• Manage federal, state, & private student educational loan administration to ensure the timely, accurate, and compliant awarding, adjusting, reporting, and reconciliation of all student educational loan funds.
• Manage federal & state work study administration to ensure the timely, accurate, and compliant awarding, adjusting, reporting, and reconciliation of work study funds.
• Manage the Return of Title IV Funds process to ensure the timely, accurate, and compliant calculation and return of funds.
• 2Hire, train, mentor, and supervise staff tasked with the administration of federal, state, & private student educational loans, federal & state work study, and the Return of Title IV Fund processes. -
• Develop, implement, and maintain best business practices, technical and functional processes, and daily quality controls related to student loan, work study, and Return of Title IV Funds administration.
• Ensure training, documentation, quality controls, and business practices are developed, maintained, and monitored to ensure timely, accurate, and meaningful communication and guidance is provided to students and campus partners regarding student educational loans, work study, and the Return of Title IV Funds process.

Physical Requirements


Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Communicating with others to exchange information.


Environmental Hazards


No adverse environmental conditions expected.


Work Schedule


Monday through Friday, 8-5pm, with occasional nights/weekends.


Driving University Vehicle


No


Security Sensitive


This is a Security Sensitive Position.


Special Instructions


Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.


Benefits


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EEO Statement


The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.