Assistant Director, Admissions & Financial Aid — Strategic

Columbia University in the City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University in the City of New York is seeking an Officer of Administration to oversee day-to-day admissions and financial aid operations, processing inquiries and applications for the MFA, MA, summer, certificate, and exchange programs. The role includes managing Slate, SIS, and PowerFAIDS, coordinating admissions events, and advising students on financial aid options.

Responsibilities span admissions and financial aid administration, with collaboration across offices to ensure

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• At least three years of admissions and financial aid experience.
• Superior customer service and interpersonal skills; excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage Slate, SIS, PowerFAIDS and other admissions systems.
• Coordinate all admissions events, information sessions and admitted student events.
• Counsel students on federal and institutional financial aid policies and options.

Skills

Admissions experience

Financial aid experience

Customer service

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Columbia University in the City of New York is seeking an Officer of Administration to oversee day-to-day admissions and financial aid operations, processing inquiries and applications for the MFA, MA, summer, certificate, and exchange programs. The role includes managing Slate, SIS, and PowerFAIDS, coordinating admissions events, and advising students on financial aid options.

Responsibilities span admissions and financial aid administration, with collaboration across offices to ensure