Director, Financial Aid

University of North Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: 16 days ago

Location: Denton, TEXAS

Job Type: FullTime

Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information

UNT System Overview	Welcome to the University of North Texas System . The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco , the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law , and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth . We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.
Posting Title	Director, Financial Aid
Department	UNT-Financial Aid-164860
Job Location	Denton
Full Time/Part Time	Full-Time
Retirement Eligibility	TRS Eligible
Additional Retirement Information	For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php .
Salary Information	Salary commensurate with experience
Department Summary	Directs strategic and operational activities related to student eligibility for Title IV aid and associated aid programs in order to maintain a high level of compliance, efficiency, and effective customer service.
Position Overview	This position will be responsible for leading a critical area of Financial Aid & Scholarships (FAS) and the training of applicable staff. This position will develop and maintain compliant and efficient office policy, procedures, and business practices related to federal, state, and institutional financial aid eligibility, verification of files, resolving conflicting information, evaluation of satisfactory academic progress, student appeals, financial aid adjustments, and the review of related quality controls. This position will directly supervise team supervisors as well as develop and manage a training program for staff regarding financial aid policy, procedures, and financial aid counseling.

Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor’s Degree in related field and six years of closely related professional experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	• Working knowledge of fiscal policies and financial aid programs of the University. • Thorough knowledge of office practices and procedures, including knowledge of automated information management systems. • Ability to train and supervise subordinate employees. • Ability to counsel students. • Ability to relate student applications to available scholarship and loan funds. • Excellent written and oral communication skills. • Ability to work independently. • Ability to prepare accurate reports. • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, and with other employees, and to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully.
Preferred Qualifications	Ten years of financial aid administration or related experience PeopleSoft experience
Required License / Registration / Certification	Obtain clearance to NSLDS within 30 days of hire.
Work Schedule	Monday – Friday 8-5, some required overtime.
Driving University Vehicle	No
Security Sensitive	This is a security sensitive position
EEO Statement	The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.
Classification Title	Director, Financial Aid
Physical Requirements	Carrying, Kneeling, Lifting up to 10 pounds, Pulling , Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Squatting, Stooping, Bending, Standing, Twisting, Walking, Writing, Grasp, Talk or Hear, Ability to communicate

Job Duties

o	Directs strategic and operational activities related to student eligibility for Title IV aid and associated aid programs in order to maintain a high level of compliance, efficiency, and effective customer service.

o	Directs all functions relative to completing aid adjustments, timely disbursements, and related quality controls.

o	Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures related to student aid eligibility to include appeal and hardship policies and procedures.

o	Manages Financial Aid & Scholarships (FAS) training program to help ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant administration of financial aid, customer service, and counseling. Interviews, hires, and trains staff to include the direct supervision of management level employees.

o	Responsible for maintaining a high level of knowledge and understanding of current federal, state, and institutional aid administration rules and regulations in order to ensure federal, state, and institutional compliance, development of best business practices, and partnering with University and external stakeholders to fulfill the mission of the University, Division and Departmental goals.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	S7976P
Position End Date (if temporary)
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.untsystem.edu/postings/81028