Associate Director, Financial Aid Systems

Job Title: Associate Director, Financial Aid Systems

Department: Financial Aid Office

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

Job Summary

The Associate Director supports the operations of Student Financial Services (SFS), with a keen eye towards continuous improvement and automation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and document office-wide processes and procedures, particularly those which utilize technology to advance office and college goals.
• Subject areas may include packaging, file reading, student employment, customer service, or the financial services student timeline/lifecycle.
• Serve as the primary administrator and campus liaison for all systems integration and management, including maintaining the flow of information between PowerFaids, Banner (college-wide system), Technolutions Slate (Admission CRM), and Touchnet (student billing software).
• Build, maintain, and oversee the production and dissemination of all internal and external reports including, but not limited to Common Data Set, Higher Education Data Sharing Consortium, IPEDS, and NCAA Athletic Reporting.
• Work in partnership with Associate Director of Operation to provide consistent management experiences and expectations for staff
• Work closely with office staff to automate processes in innovative ways using established and new computer systems.
• Review financial aid applications and appeals in a timely manner, accurately package and award student financial aid in accordance with institutional and governmental policies and regulations.
  Reconcile federal and state funds monthly.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience in a financial aid office to include database management; thorough knowledge of Federal Title IV financial aid regulations; proven strong innovative technical skills in data management, data processing concepts and computerized systems related to financial aid; personal integrity and ethics, outstanding communication skills, and dedication to excellence in service and the delivery of financial assistance to students; ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds. The ideal candidate is passionate about improving the financial aid process through the deployment of technology and automations.

Preferred Qualifications

Substantial knowledge and experience of PowerFAIDS financial aid software and/or Banner systems as well as computer programming background, either through training or experience.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 10/21/2024
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• Band H; $66,514 to $81,480 per year

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 0.0462 hours of sick time for each hour worked (96 hours, 12 days per year)
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

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