Boston University
SENIOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, Enrollment, Financial Assistance
Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
About The Role
Boston University Financial Assistance seeks a Senior Assistant Director for Awarding. The Senior Assistant Director supervises a team of professionals to support the recruitment and retention efforts of the BU Financial Assistance undergraduate office, manages an awarding and outreach area of the office, and provides timely review and awarding of financial aid. This role supervises Awarding Assistant Directors. The Senior Assistant Director works closely with colleagues within the central financial aid office and manages undergraduate Satisfactory Academic Progress review. This role reports to the Associate Director for Awarding and Counseling.
Primary Duties
Supervision and leadership
Reviewing financial aid applications
Training staff
Problem resolution
Participate in internal committee meetings
Fund reconciliation and ensuring timely disbursement of funding and compliance with federal regulations and University policies
This position is eligible for up to 3 days of remote work per week, dependent on performance and responsibilities.
Required Skills A cover letter is required for consideration. A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position. We are seeking a candidate who:
Has at least three years of previous experience in a similar role
Has at least 2 years of management experience
Possesses strong analytical and organizational skills
Is detail-oriented
Displays excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
Is an effective problem solver
Works well independently in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
Prior working knowledge of federal and state financial aid policies, procedures, and regulation are preferred but not required. Experience using PeopleSoft Campus Solutions and managing Satisfactory Academic Progress review is a plus.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education and Training
Industries Higher Education
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Primary Duties
Supervision and leadership
Reviewing financial aid applications
Training staff
Problem resolution
Participate in internal committee meetings
Fund reconciliation and ensuring timely disbursement of funding and compliance with federal regulations and University policies
This position is eligible for up to 3 days of remote work per week, dependent on performance and responsibilities.
Required Skills A cover letter is required for consideration. A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position. We are seeking a candidate who:
Has at least three years of previous experience in a similar role
Has at least 2 years of management experience
Possesses strong analytical and organizational skills
Is detail-oriented
Displays excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills
Is an effective problem solver
Works well independently in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
Prior working knowledge of federal and state financial aid policies, procedures, and regulation are preferred but not required. Experience using PeopleSoft Campus Solutions and managing Satisfactory Academic Progress review is a plus.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Education and Training
Industries Higher Education
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