Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Specific Responsibilities:
•    Process all aspects of the Federal Direct program, including monitoring the completion of Entrance Counseling and Master Promissory Notes as well as preparation and monitoring of the Exit Counseling process
•    Monitor and reconcile all federal funds on a monthly basis in collaboration with the Business Office
•    Certify and process Parent PLUS Loans, private alternative loans, and outside scholarships
•    Assist in the administration of both Pennsylvania (PHEAA) and non-Pennsylvania state grant and special programs
•    Coordinate the student check-in process at move-in with the Office of Residence Life and Student Accounts
•    Monitor and resolve ISIR comment codes and complete ISIR verification 
•    Counsel students and parents on financial aid and basic student account matters
•    Assist with review of professional judgement cases and adjust aid package as necessary
•    Attend appropriate professional conferences and seminars as approved by the Director of Financial Aid
•    Oversee social media accounts for Financial Aid
•    Present financial aid nights and other financial aid presentations in conjunction Admissions, Institute for Student Success (ISS), and Institute for Inclusion and Equity (IIE)
•    Participates in the data gathering and coordination for a successful annual financial aid audit
 

Qualifications: 
•    Bachelor’s Degree and 3+ years of progressively responsible financial aid, higher education, or related experience
•    Extensive software expertise in Microsoft Office programs, with preference for candidates with familiarity of Colleague Student Information System
•    An in-depth knowledge of, and passion for, the liberal arts 
•    Demonstrates commitment to diversity in the workplace and in the student population
•    Excellent written and oral communication skills 
•    A collaborative and transparent approach to problem-solving 
•    A desire to join and foster a dynamic, transformative campus culture
•    Ability to work nights and weekends on an as-needed basis
 

Other Duties: 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice.  Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job. 
 

Ursinus EEO Statement:

Ursinus is an EEO employer.  Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an EEO employer.  Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.