University of Kentucky
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title Financial Aid Director Assistant
Requisition Number RE52121
Working Title Assistant Director for Federal, Private, and Institutional Loans
Department Name 1B530:Student Financial Aid
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 45
Salary Range $47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for the majority of the day, and performing repetitive motion tasks.
Shift
40 hours per week; and mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm but there will be some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Loan processing manages administrative duties for the Federal Direct Loan (Subsidized, Unsubsidized, PLUS, and Graduate PLUS), Private, and Institutional student loan programs in excess of $277 million annually. This position manages activities to ensure compliance with eligibility, awarding, disbursement, reconciliation and reporting regulations, and processes. The position will supervise one financial aid counselor to assist with all loan processing and certification. This position will also provide oversight of the entire university loan portfolio ensuring Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships staff are well trained and knowledgeable allowing them to communicate effectively loan policies and procedures to campus partners, students and families.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and knowledgeable of federal and state financial aid regulations
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in the administration of Federal Direct Loan Programs. NASFAA Federal Direct Loan Credential.
Deadline to Apply 11/11/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Details
Job Title Financial Aid Director Assistant
Requisition Number RE52121
Working Title Assistant Director for Federal, Private, and Institutional Loans
Department Name 1B530:Student Financial Aid
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 45
Salary Range $47,278-78,000/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
MA
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience
3 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for the majority of the day, and performing repetitive motion tasks.
Shift
40 hours per week; and mostly Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm but there will be some evenings and weekends.
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Loan processing manages administrative duties for the Federal Direct Loan (Subsidized, Unsubsidized, PLUS, and Graduate PLUS), Private, and Institutional student loan programs in excess of $277 million annually. This position manages activities to ensure compliance with eligibility, awarding, disbursement, reconciliation and reporting regulations, and processes. The position will supervise one financial aid counselor to assist with all loan processing and certification. This position will also provide oversight of the entire university loan portfolio ensuring Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships staff are well trained and knowledgeable allowing them to communicate effectively loan policies and procedures to campus partners, students and families.
Student Success will, from the time of early college outreach to graduation and beyond, support students in living a life of meaning and purpose. From a student-centered framework, our practice will be grounded in peer-reviewed literature, national best practices, and data-informed decision making. Collaborating with the campus and community, Student Success will work through a holistic lens to support a community of learners in achieving success.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint; and knowledgeable of federal and state financial aid regulations
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
Experience in the administration of Federal Direct Loan Programs. NASFAA Federal Direct Loan Credential.
Deadline to Apply 11/11/2025
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.