Mount Saint Mary’s University Hiring for Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Financial Aid, Chalon Campus at TA5 2FQ Full Time

Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Financial Aid, Chalon Campus

Job Description:

To assist with the daily operation of the Office of Financial Aid as well as counsel students, families, and the community about the Universities financial aid programs. The Assistant Director must have thorough knowledge of financial aid practices within the industry. In addition to managing a caseload of students, the Asst. Director of Financial Aid will be responsible for managing one or more particular responsibilities. The home location for this position is the Chalon Campus.

Position Monthly Range: $5,373.33 – $5,803.20

Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate’s qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Evaluates applications and performs needs analysis using established procedures, awards financial aid (Federal, State, and Institutional Funds) to new and continuing students

2. Counsels and advises new and continuing students regarding financial aid policies and procedures. Disseminate information regarding the application process and how individual students’ programs affect their financial aid

3. In conjunction with the Office of Institutional Technology, troubleshoot technical and resolve functional issues within the Colleague Financial Aid module

4. Provides leadership to promote and maintain integrity, accuracy, and timeliness in the delivery of financial aid to students

5. Involved with efficient and effective planning and implementation of administrative functions related to processing and reporting of financial aid

6. Represents the University to students and parents at outreach activities as well as public and private organizations

7. Educates the University community regarding financial aid policies and guidelines

8. Conducts financial aid information sessions

9. Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Occasional weekend and evening hours may be required

2. Attends training workshops and conferences as needed

Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Experience with financial aid applications, regulations and student loan programs
• Working knowledge of needs analysis and statistical reporting and types of student financial aid expenditures
• Significant experience with Colleague Financial Aid module
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong spreadsheet and data entry skills

Abilities and Skills:

• Ability to use tact, discretion and diplomacy in advising and responding to questions and concerns from students and their families, including an adult student population
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently as well as on teams, and to manage multiple, competing projects and deadlines
• A strong commitment to the mission of the University and its students
• Strong organization and prioritization, general mathematics, counseling, customer service, oral/written communication, interpersonal skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Seminars/workshops/courses in student services area is a plus

Experience:

• Minimum of two years’ experience working in a higher education environment. 3-5 years’ experience preferred

Additional Information:

Work Location: Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles)

Start Date: Immediately

Applications Deadline: Open until filled

Mount Saint Mary’s University’s commitment to equity, diversity and justice (EDJ) is steeped in the tradition and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ), our Catholic identity, mission and values. We are unwavering in our pursuit of inclusion, belonging and antiracism. We aspire to achieve our love of dear neighbor without distinction, which permeates all forms of social identities and human experiences.

We honor and celebrate our similarities and differences. We are committed to the full inclusion of the entire Mount community. Due to historical legacies of exclusion, we offer particular care for underrepresented populations. We define diversity in the broadest sense, including but not limited to, age, differences in culture, citizenship status, disability, family status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, generational history, genetic information, geographic origin, language, political perspectives, mental and physical ability, military service, national origin, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, size and socioeconomic class.

Welcoming individuals from a variety of backgrounds improves and enriches our learning, living and working environments. Any breach of these values harms our community. Mount Saint Mary’s University transforms its culture through the radical pursuit of institutionalized change. We strive for a campus where students, staff, faculty, alumnae and all whom we encounter feel welcomed, valued and are supported to reach their full potential.

As we pursue our never-ending journey toward a more equitable, inclusive and antiracist campus in our richly diverse community, we welcome you.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.

A background check will be required.

Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU’s Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.

To apply, visit https://msmu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=169319

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