Managing Assistant Director Of Financial Aid

Description

RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY:

Ramapo College of New Jersey (RCNJ) develops ethical leaders who serve as change agents across all sectors. The College's unique interdisciplinary academic structure, its liberal arts core, its size (approximately 5,500 students), and its setting in the foothills of the Ramapo Mountains on the New Jersey/New York border provide an optimal environment for individualized, student-centered learning and leadership development. RCNJ's designation as "New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts College" by the State legislature is the foundation from which the College's commitment to an accessible and transformative undergraduate and graduate education is realized.

Established in 1969, CondeNast Traveler named Ramapo one of the 50 Most Beautiful College Campuses in America. The barrier-free campus occupies 300 acres and is home to 42 bachelor's degree programs spanning the arts, business, data science, humanities, education, nursing, social work, social sciences, and the sciences. Ramapo College boasts an average student/faculty ratio of 16:1 and an average class size of 21; affording students the opportunity to develop close ties to the College's exceptional faculty. In addition, the College offers graduate programs leading to master's degrees in Accounting, Applied Mathematics, Business Administration, Contemporary Instructional Design, Computer Science, Creative Music Technology, Data Science, Educational Leadership, Nursing, Social Work, and Special Education, as well as a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Every degree program is designed and delivered through the collaborative and interdisciplinary efforts of student-centered faculty scholars and staff who are committed to serving the public good through the delivery of an academically rigorous, inclusive, and a transformative collegiate experience. Ramapo is ranked #1 among New Jersey public institutions by College Choice and is recognized as the State's top college on the list of Best Disability Schools by Great Value Colleges. Further commendations include designation as a "Military Friendly College" in Victory Media's Guide to Military Friendly Schools, and as a leading college by U.S. News & World Report, Kiplinger's, Princeton Review, and Money Magazine, among others.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a full-time, Managerial position, and hours of work and days are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 pm. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Note: This position is in the "NL" category of employment (non-fixed work week) and have no claim or entitlement to time off or cash compensation for hours worked beyond their normal schedule. However, unusual requirements for additional work time by these employees may be compensated by allowing roughly comparable amounts of time off, provided prior approval is given by the supervisor and Unit Head.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Financial Aid, the Assistant Director of Financial Aid is responsible for conducting verification review in accordance with Federal and State regulations. Reviews, maintains and updates the office of financial aid verification policy and procedures in accordance with Federal and State guidelines. Reviews and updates the SAP (Standard Academic Progress) policies and procedures in accordance with federal guidelines. Manages and runs the SAP process for Ramapo College. Manages State Grant and scholarship programs. Organizes the data for and transmits the FISAP report. Provides general counsel to students, parents, faculty and staff regarding State and Federal Financial Aid policies and procedures both in the office and at open house events and off campus events as needed.

Examples of Duties

Duties:

• Supervise the Assistant Director of FA, the 2 FA counselors, and the Data assistant/VA certifying official.

• Manages the Federal verification process and assigns files to the two verifiers and helps with completing verification files. Maintains and reviews verification policies and procedures and keeps everything up to date in accordance to federal and state guidelines.

• Counsels students and families with special circumstance requests and refers them to the Director of Financial Aid for review and processing. Assign files to the Director of FA that come in through the FA verification email.

• Counsels students and their families on financial aid issues and is a liaison with faculty and staff.

• Review TAG rosters to verify that students are in compliance with state regulations. Posts all state awards to student accounts. Compares TAG disbursement reports to college records for accuracy. Makes required adjustments to student accounts. Notifies the State of New Jersey of the Changes.

• Responsible for running the Garden State grant process for Ramapo College and maintaining the policies and procedures for processing the GSG Grant.

• Responsible for the certifications of TAG, EOF, and GSG rosters with the state of NJ. Serves as the liaison to the EOF Office in relation to issues with the roster and students selected for state verification.

• Manages the posting and adjusting the institutional and outside scholarships and works closely with the Ramapo College Foundation in reviewing students' eligibility for potential scholarships and grants.

• Works with the Director in organizing and conducting Financial Aid workshops, accepted students' day, open houses, Dean Receptions, Saturday tours, and other meetings or events as needed.

• Manages the SAP process review for Ramapo College through Banner. Reviews update and maintains the SAP policies and procedures in accordance with Federal and State guidelines.

• Works with the Director to organize SAP correspondence to students, collect and review SAP appeals, and help send SAP appeals to the SAP committee.

Qualifications

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree is required.

Experience:

• 3 years of related professional experience in Financial Aid is required. 5 years preferred.

• Experience working with complex automated Financial Aid management systems is required.

• Experience with Banner/Ellucian systems is preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of New Jersey' Financial Aid programs is required

• Knowledge of the NJFAMS system and the certification rosters is required

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and web-based account management systems is preferred.

Supplemental Information

EEO Statement:

Ramapo College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Ramapo has a long history of advocating, advising, and supporting diversity, equity, and inclusiveness. Examples can be found in its mission statement, strategic plans, degree and course offerings, community outreach programs andother diversity programs. Ramapo's commitment to diversity and inclusion is infused across all facets of the College; where the environment is welcoming, dedicated to social justice, respectful of freedom of expression, focused on educating and having an ongoing conversation regarding cultural competence and the benefits and importance of diversity.