Director of Strategic Resource Management and Financial Aid
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Job Location:
University Park, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 61800 - 89600
Posted on:
9 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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If you are NOT a current employee or student please click Apply and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
The Director of Strategic Resource Management and Financial Aid will play a key role in facilitating the financial aid and scholarship processes for student-athletes at Penn State University. This position is part of the Strategic Resource Management and Eligibility Division within the Athletic Compliance Office working closely with the Office of Student Aid the Office of the Bursar and coaches and staff members within the athletics department. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that student-athletes receive the financial aid resources they are eligible to receive while maintaining compliance with NCAA Big Ten and Penn State regulations.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Prepare and manage scholarship paperwork for prospective and current student-athletes ensuring timely and accurate documentation
- Process scholarship cancellations non-renewals and reductions as needed in line with policies and regulations
- Act as a point of contact for coaches student-athletes and parents regarding student account and refund inquiries
- Review student-athlete financial aid accounts and process scholarship stipends ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations
- Maintain squad lists for 31 varsity sports teams using data from the LionPath and ARMS compliance software
- Review data flow between the Peoplesoft database and ARMS compliance software ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information
- Generate reports and maintain records to ensure accurate financial aid awarding for student-athletes
- Process SAF (Student-Athlete Fund) payments and reimbursements in SIMBA and Concur financial systems
- Process endowment awards within the Penn State E-Steward system
- Serve as the primary day-to-day liaison to the Office of Student Aid and the Office of the Bursar
- Serve as the primary compliance contact for various sport teams and carry-out specific day-to-day duties for those sports teams to ensure compliance with NCAA Big Ten and Penn State rules and regulations
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree 3 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $61800.00 - $89600.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Required Experience:
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