Financial Aid Director - Farmingdale State College

Job Description:

The Director of Financial Aid is responsible for the management and administration of the Office of Financial Aid and its functions, including but not limited to accounting operations, budget preparation, preparation of Federal, State and institutional reports, maintenance of Federal fund budgetary controls and regulatory compliance, and the delivery of funds and services to students. The College uses Ellucian Banner Student Information System to manage and award financial aid. The Director provides leadership and direction for the delivery and coordination of federal, state and institutional student financial aid programs; coordinates and oversees audits, compliance reviews and account reconciliations and ensures institutional compliance with relevant regulations and statutes. Additional responsibilities include: supervision of full-time staff; counseling students and parents; representing the College at community and system wide programs; participation in various internal and external committees. The Director also works closely with other campus personnel to support registration, enrollment management, and the recruitment and retention efforts of the campus. The position reports to the Vice President for Enrollment Management within the Division of Enrollment Management.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serves as an integral member of the enrollment management leadership team.

• Leads all administrative functions of the Office of Financial Aid; supervising staff; manage operational budget; provide professional development opportunities, and evaluate all staff.

• Directs all student financial aid programs and processes for awarding student loans, grants, and institutional funds, including monitoring college work-study expenditures and students' satisfactory academic progress.

• Responsible for the development of operational policies and procedures that enhance the operations of the office of financial aid, ensure compliance with all federal and state laws, including college policies and provide transparent application of policies and procedures.

• Responsible for completion of and submission of Federal, State, and Institutional reporting required by the Office of Financial Aid.

• Responsible for the timely and effective awarding of all types of financial aid.

• Develop and direct financial aid strategies within the framework of federal and state regulations that are consistent with the enrollment management objectives of the College and by administering financial aid, scholarships, and student employment programs that support student recruitment, enrollment, and retention.

• Implement and utilize current and emerging technologies to maximize office efficiencies.

• Represent the College at open houses, accepted students day, financial aid nights, SUNY Financial Aid Days and other events as requested.

• Implement and test new software releases and ensure process documentation matches updates.

• Create and maintain effective communication plans for new incoming and continuing students.

• Maintain expertise and up-to-date knowledge of all Federal and State regulations for financial aid programs.

• Maintain auditable records of aid awards, aid adjustments, appeals requests and documentation, in accordance with state and federal regulations.

This title is in Appendix A of the SUNY Policies of the Board of Trustees and, as a consequence, incumbents serving in this title are not eligible for permanent appointment (tenure), but instead receive renewable term appointments.

The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include:

• Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion.

• Interest in participating in student-centered service activities.

• Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree and ten years of applicable experience with at least five years in an administrative capacity within a Financial Aid Office.

• Experience with Ellucian Banner Student Information System required.

• Knowledge of Federal, local, and state programs that provide financial assistance to students, including all pertinent laws, rules and regulations.

• Demonstrated ability in data analysis, counseling, oral and written communication skills, and the ability to work with students of diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.

• An understanding of systems control auditing processes and working knowledge of data systems, including setting up new aid years in Banner; proficiency in management of financial aid need analysis, packaging and required revisions; demonstrated analytical, organizational and supervisory skills; strong counseling skills; ability to gather and compile data and prepare reports; train, supervise, and evaluate the assigned staff; consistently perform under the pressure of deadlines and other administrative demands; and work cooperatively with other campus departments.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience as a Financial Aid director at a higher education institution.

• Advanced technical knowledge of information processes, to include an understanding of Banner background processes and how these relate to exchange of files with external organizations.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time UUP position.

• For the first 10 working days, beginning Monday, April 22, 2024, and ending Friday, May 3, 2024, applications will be limited to UUP Farmingdale.
• CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Friday, May 3, 2024
• SALARY: $110,000 + $3,087 in downstate location pay = $113,087 Total Compensation. Salary may increase commensurate with experience.
• THIS IS AN INTERNAL SEARCH OPEN TO FARMINGDALE STATE COLLEGE EMPLOYEES ONLY.

The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans.

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VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

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http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information/index.shtml

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Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply.

The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply by clicking on the "Apply Now" link at the top or bottom of this page. The following documents are required for all positions:

• Cover Letter

• Resume/C.V.

Additional instructions for faculty positions: Your cover letter must include a statement on teaching philosophy and methodology. Please attach copies of teaching evaluations and an unofficial copy of graduate transcripts (showing highest degree awarded/currently in process). Candidates invited for interviews will be asked to make a presentation on their research/creative activities as well as a separate teaching demonstration.

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