Assistant Director for Fund Management and Reporting, UNLV Financial Aid [R0153111]

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If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work DescriptionThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Director for Fund Management and Reporting, UNLV Financial Aid [R0153111]ROLE of the POSITIONReporting to Associate Director of Operations and Reporting (ADOR), the Assistant Director for Fund Management (ADFM) monitors and reconciles financial aid accounts within the PeopleSoft student information system against the Workday accounting systems, U.S. Department of Education G5 and Common Origination and Disbursement (COD) systems, UNLV Sponsored Programs, UNLV Controller’s Office, Nevada Treasurer’s Office, and internal reports and queries. This position is also responsible for verifying UNLV Foundation account transfers have occurred before scholarship funds are disbursed to students.The ADFM, while experiencing infrequent interaction with students and parents, will have frequent communication with other University and community stakeholders and serve an important role in assisting the Associate Director of Operations and Reporting, the Director of Financial Aid & Scholarships (DFAS) and the Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management (AVPEM) in monitoring and managing accounts in order to best utilize funding in the support of students and to further the mission of the University. In addition, the position will work collaboratively with the Assistant Director for Financial Aid and the ADOR to create regular reports to inform the DFAS and the Associate Vice President for Enrollment of trends and/or issues with accounts. The preparation of data for important annual reports and return of funds in a timely manner are also important parts of the role. This role will be responsible for ad hoc reporting. This will include, but is not limited to, assisting with requests for fund-related information, data requests from the UNLV legal department and Decision Support, and other offices or entities. The Assistant Director will also provide responses to requests from student loan servicers for skip tracing and identity theft investigations. Bulleted highlights of this position are:Collaborate with the Director of Academic Operational Compliance and Reporting and Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships to prepare the annual Fiscal Operation Report and Application to Participate (FISAP)Collaborate with the Director of Academic Operational Compliance and Reporting and Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships to prepare the annual Nevada System of Higher Education Financial Aid Data ReportProvide information to the DFAS and the AVP regarding budget and fiscal matters related to financial aid program administrationPrepare and submits reconciliation reporting for Millennium Scholarships, Teach NV and other state fundsRun queries and maintain reports on financial aid programs and office statistics regarding funding type disbursementFinalize and closes fiscal year accountsServe as main contact within the Financial Aid & Scholarships Office with Grants and Contracts, Cashiering, Student Accounts and the Controller’s Office, to discuss and rectify pertinent accounting/reconciliation issues Return funds as appropriate, including private loans and external scholarship fundingFulfill data requests from UNLV and outside organizations as needed.Assist in audit preparation and review as requested by the DFASAll positions in Academic Affairs contribute to our core mission: to increase enrollment and promote equitable student success. This position shall collaborate with the Associate Director of Operations and Reporting to set annual goals that align with Top Tier initiatives and SVPAA mission and identify and track core metrics to assess success. Like all AA leaders, this position plays a crucial role in enrollment growth, removing barriers to student success, ensuring inclusive and equitable access to resources, working to eliminate achievement gaps, and providing outstanding services and support to students across the lifecycle. By addressing systemic obstacles and implementing strategic services, programs, and support, this position will meaningfully contribute to the institution's commitment to expand access, grow enrollment, and promote career-ready student success that leads to timely graduation.As with all Academic Affairs positions, it is expected that this role will be filled by a person who subscribes to and exemplifies the university's core values in all interactions; demonstrates professionalism and collegiality; is collaborative and a team player; is ethical, transparent, and abides by all university, NSHE, and State laws, policies, and procedures as appropriate to the position; and embraces inclusion to promote belongingness for students, faculty, staff, community partners, and campus guests. Administrative faculty positions, especially those in leadership roles, require some evening and/or weekend work and occasional travel.BACKGROUND SCREENINGEmployment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThis position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 3-5 years of Related Professional Experience, 3-5 Years of Supervisory Experience and 1 – 3 Years of Management Experience. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE• Account management or direct accounting responsibilities for diverse fund types.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE• Preferably fund management or accounting practices for a regionally accredited public or private 4-yr R-1 institution; specifically in Financial Aid• Accounting, Finance, Masters in Accounting or Finance, or MBA DegreeCOMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUESA successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.SALARYSalary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLVCompetitive total rewards package including:Paid time off, sick leave, and holidaysExcellent health insurance including medical, dental and visionComprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programsNo state income taxTuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schoolsTuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependentsPERKS & PROGRAMSEmployee recognition and appreciation programsUNLV athletics ticket discountsStatewide employee purchase program discountsRebelCard discounts on and off campusWellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no costOpportunity for career advancements to leadership rolesConnect with colleagues with shared interestsPersonal and professional development opportunitiesA comprehensive onboarding program,Rebels: OnboardSupport and resources available for veteran applicants — contact View email address on us.fitly.work or visit our Veterans Webpage.HOW TO APPLYSubmit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to TheSearch Committee Chair.Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on September 30th, 2026.Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted. Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact View email address on us.fitly.work for support.For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at View phone number on us.fitly.work or View email address on us.fitly.work INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATESUNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, R0153111 in the search box.If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.PROFILE of the UNIVERSITYFounded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.For more information, visit us on line at: EEO/AA STATEMENTThe University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.TITLE IX STATEMENTThe University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: View phone number on us.fitly.work; Email: View email address on us.fitly.work, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: View phone number on us.fitly.work FAX: View phone number on us.fitly.work; TDD: View phone number on us.fitly.work; Email: View email address on us.fitly.work; or to both. Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENTUNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.JOB CATEGORYAdministrative FacultyExemptYesFull-Time Equivalent100.0%Required Attachment(s)Letter of interest, detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references.Posting Close Date06/30/2027Note to ApplicantThis position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.SummaryLocation: UNLV1-Main Campus, Las VegasType: Full time