Senior Assistant Director

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; North Carolina; On-site; USD 72,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retailer/restaurant discounts

Campus event discounts

Child care discounts

Job summary

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Senior Assistant Director for the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid. This full-time permanent EHRA Non-Faculty role will provide on-site services for undergraduate business program students, managing financial aid processes and scholarship operations.

Responsibilities include personal and virtual financial aid counseling, reviewing aid applications, and applying rules to determine eligibility and disbursement.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience with federal and state regulations and loan programs.
• Strong customer service and collaborative work skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication.
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial aid counseling to Undergraduate Business Program students in person, by phone, email, and virtual platforms.
• Review FAFSA and other financial aid applications to determine eligibility and disbursement.
• Apply federal/state rules and institutional guidelines to determine aid eligibility and awards.
• Coordinate with KFBS offices, Registrar, and Cashier to ensure compliant aid processes and reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title: Senior Assistant Director

Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty

Contract: Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week: 40

Location: North Carolina, US

Salary: $71,500 - $75,000

Proposed Start Date: 10/12/2026

Position Information

Be a Tar Heel! A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

The Office of Scholarships and Student Aid works to ensure that qualified students have the opportunity to study at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill regardless of their ability to pay. The office serves students at all levels, including graduate and professional school students and coordinates all student financial support for the campus. The office assists in the recruitment, retention and success of students while maximizing available funds, exercising good stewardship of those funds, and performing related research, analysis and program evaluation in support of long-range enrollment and campus goals. In addition, the office provides academic and co-circular support services for scholarships, provides financial literacy and educational tools, and partners with faculty and other student success areas across campus to provide excellent service to low- and middle-income students and other scholarship recipients. The work of the office is public in nature and closely scrutinized by students and their families, lawmakers, faculty and staff at the University, and by the media (local, regional, and national).

Position Summary

The Office of Scholarships and Student Aid (OSSA) seeks a creative, enthusiastic, and organized individual for the position of Senior Assistant Director. This is a full‑time, permanent EHRA Non‑Faculty position that will report to the Senior Associate Director of the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid and will provide on‑site services at the Undergraduate Business Program located at the Kenan Flagler Business School for students in undergraduate business programs, scholarship processes and global program support.

This position’s responsibilities include: providing financial aid counseling to current and prospective students of the Undergraduate Business Program in person, via phone, via email, and via virtual platforms; providing assistance regarding the application and aid disbursement process; reviewing financial aid application data, FAFSA data, and other applications for financial assistance; applying federal and state administrative rules and regulations, and institutional guidelines to determine eligibility for financial aid, scholarships, and fellowships; committing funds on behalf of the University by making financial aid award decisions; acting as a liaison to other undergraduate KFBS offices, acting as a liaison to other University offices including the Cashier’s Office and the Registrar’s office.

The person in this position will also collaborate with partners in OSSA and Enrollment to ensure financial aid or scholarship practices and policies enacted at the Undergraduate Business Program are in line with the mission and goals of the Division of Enrollment. The individual will serve as chair for the Undergraduate Business Program Scholarship Committee. They will be required to report on scholarships, and other funding sources and initiatives as required, such as the program enhancement fee. The position will also contribute to the overall financial aid and communications strategy for Undergraduate Business School students through collaborations with the Senior Associate Director for Communications and Student Success and other Processing and Student Success colleagues within the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Relevant post‑Baccalaureate degree required (or foreign degree equivalent); for candidates demonstrating comparable independent educational or instructional activities associated with the delivery and/or management of student support functions, will accept a relevant Bachelor’s degree (or foreign degree equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Three to five years of experience with federal and state regulations and loan programs and experience counseling students is required. Demonstrated ability to perform work with accuracy and attention to detail; strong customer service and collaborative work skills; outstanding written and verbal communication; exceptional organizational and time‑management skills, and a strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Experience working with financial aid systems is strongly preferred.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.