Assistant Director of Financial Aid

The Department of Financial Aid at Saint Elizabeth University in Morristown, NJ is seeking an Assistant Director of Financial Aid who will assist the Director in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid Office, which includes providing excellent customer service to students/families, administration of financial aid, verification, disbursing of funds, and reconciliation. This position requires an individual with strong communication, interpersonal, and computer skills, as well as excellent time-management skills; a self-starter who can work both independently and as part of a team.

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  Counsel students and their families on the financial aid process, aid availability, and financial planning
• Administration, verification, and reconciliation of federal, state, and institutional financial aid in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies
• Import and export all files from and to the Department of Education in the financial aid student information system, PowerFAIDS
• Originate and process all federal, state, and private loans
• Perform and process all R2T4 calculations and state refund calculations in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Assist the Director with weekly, monthly, and annual federal, state, and institutional reports
• Coordinate and participate in College recruitment/financial aid events
• Collaborate with other departments to develop and deliver a consistent message to prospective and current students during the enrollment life cycle
• Some evenings and weekends required
• Perform specific program responsibilities and related duties as assigned

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  Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of two to three years of progressively responsible experience in a financial aid office
• Experience working with PowerFAIDS preferred
• Working knowledge of COD, NSLDS, and EdConnect required; knowledge of NJFAMS preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and exercise judgment in a demand-based service setting
• Must be available to work occasional evenings, weekends, and flexible hours as required
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

How to Apply

• Applications should consist of a cover letter, resume, proof of certifications and three professional references with email addresses and/or telephone numbers.
• Saint Elizabeth University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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  Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Saint Elizabeth University is a designated minority serving undergraduate institution.