Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off. Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education. Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid, the Assistant Director of Financial Aid provides financial aid assistance to Law School students, prospective students, and alumni. Essential Functions Assists Law School students, prospective students, and alumni with all aspects of financing a legal education. Awards Fordham Law grants and loans and performs need analysis (FM and IM). Processes federal loan applications using internal systems. Administers named scholarships program, including data management, and assists with establishment of new scholarships. Conducts entrance/exit interviews. Coordinates and maintains web content. Assists with financial literacy education, office operations, and preparation/review of ad hoc documents. Essential Functions Note This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary. Management Responsibilities Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others. Additional Functions Assists with the organization of the annual Scholarship Reception. Required Qualifications: Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of 2 years of student financial services experience. Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Strong written and oral communication skills required. Demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service experience. Excellent attention to detail and time management skills. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of Banner, PowerFAIDS, and ACES2. LSAC Unite Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace applications. Experience with Microsoft SharePoint (LawNet), including document management, content updates, and intranet administration. Minimum Starting Salary $66,555 Maximum Starting Salary $80,000 Note Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills. Is this a Union position? No Posting Number

A1099P

Number of Vacancies 1 Start Date ASAP Posting Date 07/09/2026 Special Instructions EEO Statement Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Physical Activity and Work Environment Physical Activity Sitting Often Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Nearly Continuously Hearing, Listening, Talking Seldom Standing Standing Not Required Walking Walking Not Required Running Running Not Required Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Not Required Climbing stairs Not Required Climbing ladders Climbing ladders Not Required Reaching overhead Reaching overhead Not Required Pulling, pushing Pulling, pushing Not Required Shoveling Shoveling Not Required Lifting – up to 20 pounds Lifting – up to 20 pounds Not Required Lifting – up to 50 pounds Lifting – up to 50 pounds Not Required Lifting – over 50 pounds Not Required Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. #J-18808-Ljbffr FORDHAM University