Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Federal Programs

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Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid Compliance the Assistant Director of Financial Aid Federal Programs is responsible for managing the processing reconciliation and compliance of all federal financial aid programs including Pell Grant Direct Loans FSEOG and Federal Work-Study. This position ensures that all federal funds are administered accurately timely and in compliance with U.S. Department of Education regulations and institutional policies. The role requires deep operational knowledge of Banner Automic and EDconnect systems and plays a key leadership role in maintaining audit readiness supporting federal reporting and optimizing system workflows.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage daily operations related to Title IV programs including Pell Grant Direct Loans FSEOG and Federal Work-Study.

• Ensure timely origination disbursement and reconciliation of federal aid funds using Banner EDconnect and related systems.

• Oversee Return of Title IV (R2T4) processing in compliance with federal regulations and institutional deadlines.

• Maintain accurate fund balances and ensure reconciliation with the Business Office and COD.

• Execute and monitor financial aid processing jobs in Automic (UC4) ensuring accurate data integration with Banner.

• Utilize EDconnect for downloading and uploading COD files (origination/disbursement records acknowledgements reconciliation files).

• Troubleshoot system and data issues across Banner Automic and EDconnect platforms in collaboration with IT and financial aid systems staff.

• Support configuration and optimization of Banner financial aid modules related to federal aid.

• Monitor compliance with Title IV regulations and institutional policies for all federal aid programs.

• Prepare for annual audits Program Participation Agreements (PPA) and FISAP reporting.

• Stay up to date with federal regulatory updates and advise on necessary policy/procedure changes.

• Assist with internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to audit findings.

• Train and support financial aid staff on federal aid policies system use and file processing procedures.

• Serve as liaison to IT Student Accounts and other campus departments regarding federal aid workflows and system interfaces.

• Provide technical support and act as a subject matter expert on federal processing and compliance.

• Resolve escalated federal aid issues related to disbursement overawards loan eligibility and reporting.

• Assist counselors with federal program-related questions or cases.

• Provide occasional support for financial aid outreach orientations or workshops.

• Management reserves the right to update job responsibilities at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

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PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY:
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

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Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged committed to democracy and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

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Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

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