Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Title: Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Employee Classification: Asst Director, Financial Aid

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Enrollment Mgmt & Student Aff

SubDivision-Department: DAL-Enrollment Mgmt & Student Aff

Department: DAL-Financial Aid-521240

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: $56,640 / year

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (OFAS) is committed to helping students achieve their educational goals by providing financial resources, guidance, and assistance to all UNT Dallas students. Through educational endeavors and student outreach, OFAS is a vital contributor to student success at UNT Dallas.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Financial Aid. This is senior level administrative and professional work for the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. This position is responsible for administrative and professional work managing assigned functional area(s) for the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. This administrator is expected to make daily operational decisions independently and decisions which affect the office under the general supervision of the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships as well as facilitation of the Financial Aid Management System (PeopleSoft - Campus Solutions). This position will supervise student services personnel. The position works under the supervision of the Director and/or Associate Director of the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field and four years of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of fiscal policies, regulations, and financial aid programs of the University.
• Leadership skills and the ability to plan and direct large scale projects and assignments.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to supervise, train, and plan the work of subordinates.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive responsibility within a Financial Aid Office in a college\university setting.
• Making presentations in multiple group settings.
• Data reporting and analysis.
• Strong customer service experience in multiple settings.
• NAFSAA Credential(s) in any subject area.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

• N/A

Job Duties:

• Manages and supervises multiple assigned teams and their corresponding workflows; including assisting with the m