The University Of Chicago
Assistant Director, Financial Aid
The University Of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
**Department**ESA College Aid**About the Department**Reporting directly to the Executive Director of Financial Aid, the Financial Aid Office at the University of Chicago provides exceptional customer service to all students and families requesting assistance in financing their education. The Office of Financial Aid has a staff of 20 people, including counselors, and assistant directors. For more information visit https://financialaid.uchicago.edu/.**Job Summary**The Financial Aid Assistant Director reports directly to the Office of Financial Aid Management and performs an integral role in providing superior customer service to all internal and external stakeholders. The Assistant Director role conducts evaluations to assess the availability of financial aid for students and families, supports College students to ensure they graduate on time and provides procedural and regulatory support for Title IV and institutional programs within the Office of Financial Aid.**Responsibilities*** Oversees and manages the financial aid process, ensuring timely and accurate awarding and processing of federal and institutional aid.* Serves as primary back up for departmental technology needs, including but not limited to, mass packaging and system testing.* Counsels students and families; performs need analysis; completes the verification process on selected files; reviews appeals; and packages awards by assigning different types of financial aid to meet demonstrated need.* Coordinates timely responses to all email and telephone contacts from students and families.* Ensures disbursement of financial aid throughout the academic year.* Creates and maintains federal, state and institutional financial aid policies and procedures.* Represents the Office of Financial Aid at various on- and off-campus events as needed, including occasional evening and weekend hours.* Assists with maintaining and reconciling various funding programs as needed.* Assists students with a range of straightforward enrollment and billing problems by analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures.* Communicates financial aid policies and programs to currently enrolled students with moderate guidance.* Performs other related work as needed.**Minimum Qualifications****Education:**Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.**Work Experience:**Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.**Certifications:****---****Preferred Qualifications****Education:*** Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or area of study.* Advanced degree.**Experience:*** Background in a financial aid office or similar setting.**Technical Skills or Knowledge:*** Familiarity with federal Education Department systems.* Proficiency using Microsoft Office.* Knowledge of Oracle Campus Solutions.* Proficiency using Oracle’s Peoplesoft software.* Familiarity with the Common Origination and Disbursement Web Site (COD) and National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS).* Knowledge of federal and state financial aid programs and regulations.**Preferred Competencies*** Superb written and verbal communication skills.* Extensive knowledge of need analysis.* Provide superior customer service to a wide variety of constituents in a fast-paced environment.* Exceptional analytical, verbal, and written communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.* Handle several projects simultaneously and work well under pressure.* Work independently and as part of a team.* Maintain confidentiality.**Working Conditions*** This position has a hybrid work schedule. Weekly in-office presence on UChicago’s main campus in Hyde Park.* Work independently for periods of 8 hours or more.* May be asked to work 1-2 weekends per year.**Application Documents*** Resume/CV (required)* Cover Letter (required)* References Contact Information (3)(required)When applying, the document(s) **MUST** be uploaded via the **My Experience** page, in the section titled **Application Documents** of the application.**Job Family**Student Affairs & Services**Role Impact**Individual Contributor**Scheduled** **Weekly Hours**37.5**Drug Test Required**No**Health Screen Required**No**Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required**No**Pay Rate Type**Salary
**FLSA Status**Exempt
**Pay Range**$70,000.00 - $90,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.**Benefits Eligible**YesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the**Posting Statement**The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.
Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.To learn more about the university click here #J-18808-Ljbffr
**FLSA Status**Exempt
**Pay Range**$70,000.00 - $90,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.**Benefits Eligible**YesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the**Posting Statement**The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.
A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.
Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world.We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.To learn more about the university click here #J-18808-Ljbffr