Financial Aid Associate Director

Financial Aid Associate Director

Rose-HulmanInstitute of Technology invites applications for the position of Financial AidAssociate Director. As a nationally recognized institution dedicated toacademic excellence and student support Rose-Hulman values professionals whoare committed to helping students overcome financial barriers to role is well suited for a collaborative student-centered individual whois passionate about promoting opportunity and empowering student achievement.

TheFinancial Aid Associate Director provides strategic leadership and operationaloversight for the administration of federal state and institutional financialaid programs. This position is responsible for managing the packaging andawarding of financial aid ensuring accurate and timely processing of aidapplications and maintaining compliance with all applicable federal and statelaws regulations and institutional policies. The Associate Director overseesthe development implementation and monitoring of office procedures andinternal controls; coordinates the preparation and submission of requiredfederal state donor and institutional reports; and supports the delivery ofcomprehensive financial aid information through outreach initiatives forprospective and current students parents and campus stakeholders.

TheAssociate Director directs the administration and processing of all federalloan programs and serves as the primary authority for student and parentapplicant data management. Responsibilities include overseeing the import andexport of FAFSA data used to determine eligibility for federal state andinstitutional financial aid programs; managing applicant data correctionsresulting from verification activities; coordinating Pell Grant paymentreporting to support institutional reimbursement from the U.S. Department ofEducation; and ensuring the accurate processing origination disbursementreconciliation and maintenance of all Federal Direct Loan records. This roledevelops and monitors operational procedures to ensure data integrityregulatory compliance and efficient service delivery while mitigatinginstitutional risk.

Servingas the System Administrator within the Financial Aid Office the AssociateDirector manages the financial aid functionality within the Banner studentinformation system and oversees the implementation of system updatesregulatory changes and enhancements issued by Ellucian the State of Indianaand the U.S. Department of Education. The position evaluates businessprocesses develops system solutions to improve operational effectivenessmaintains data accuracy and security and serves as a key liaison betweenFinancial Aid Information Technology and external agencies regardingsystem-related initiatives and compliance requirements.

TheAssociate Director provides advanced financial aid counseling guidance andcustomer service to students parents faculty staff and externalconstituents. The position interprets complex federal and state regulationsresolves escalated issues supports policy development and staff training andassists in the strategic planning and continuous improvement of financial aidoperations. Through leadership technical expertise and a commitment tostudent success the Associate Director helps ensure equitable access tofinancial resources while supporting institutional enrollment and retentiongoals.

Qualifiedcandidates will have a bachelors degree in a related field and three years offinancial aid office experience. Knowledge of federal/state institutionalfinancial aid regulations and ability to interpret complex regulations andprocedures necessary. Effective customer service orientation/communicationsskills are necessary to present information in one-on-one and small groupsituations to students and parents regarding financial awarding. Must have knowledgeof computer hardware/software and ability to work with automated systems tofacilitate automated financial aid processes.

Preferredcandidates will have five years of relevant work experience. Knowledge of theBanner software system strongly preferred. Analytical skills to accomplishcomplex reconciliation processes strongly desired. Excellent organizationalskills to facilitate receipt and processing of vast amounts of data anddocumentation items are strongly preferred.

AtRose-Hulman your successes are celebrated in a welcoming supportive andflexible environment with a number of benefits and resources including avariety of health benefit options; voluntary benefits such as Group Accidentand/or Group Critical Illness Insurance Pet Insurance and CaregiverResources; participation in Tuition Exchange; a generous and flexible paidleave program and dedicated time for professional development. As a Rose-Hulmanemployee you will also enjoy access to full-service fitness facilities andprogramming; a performing arts center featuring national touring acts andcampus productions; and access to state-of-the-art labs facilities andequipment. All employees experience opportunities to have an impact on studentlives and be part of a greater purpose through multidisciplinary projectcollaboration that can have a global impact as well as receive continualencouragement and support for philanthropic and volunteer opportunities.

RankedNo. 1 among U.S. engineering colleges by U.S. News & World Reports BestColleges for 27 consecutive years Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is aSTEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) focused institutionwhose students education and success are the nucleus of everything we strivefor. We support and recognize excellence in teaching learning innovation andintellectual growth of our students faculty and staff. Our campus culture isstudent-focused welcoming and inclusive. Here we believe that every employeehas a role to play in the mission of the institute: to provide our students withthe worlds best undergraduate science engineering and mathematics educationin an environment of individual attention and support.

Located on the banks of the Wabash River and conveniently located withindriving distance of seven major cities Terre Haute is a vibrant community witha revitalized downtown museums parks four higher ed institutions a richhistorical past and dynamic food music and arts scene.

Salaryrange is $60000- $75000. Salary is competitive. A higher salary maybe negotiated based on experience and qualifications.

Rose-Hulmanconducts background checks for all prospective employees including criminalhistory education social media employment driving records and referencechecks where relevant to job duties. The scope depends on the rolesresponsibilities and Institute necessity. Information from background checkswill be used solely to assess a candidates suitability for employmentensuring a safe and productive workplace and will be handled in compliancewith federal and state laws.

Applications:Only online applications/resumes submitted via the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Employment Opportunities website will be accepted until the position is filled. Contact Human Resources via email for questions.

Thisposition is not eligible for work visa sponsorship at this time.

EEO
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Institutes policy to treat all employees and applicants equally according to their individual qualifications abilities experiences and other employment standards. Rose-Hulman will not discriminate against any employee applicant for employment student or applicant for admission including protections for those opposing discrimination or participating in any complaint process on campus or within the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or other human rights agencies. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation please contact the Office of Human Resources.

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