Senior Assistant Director, Financial Aid

Brandeis University; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandeis University in Waltham, MA is seeking a Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid to review applications and award aid in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies. This role determines eligibility using Federal and Institutional Methodologies, conducts verifications, and counsels students and families on the financial aid lifecycle.

The position requires 3–5 years of experience (5+ preferred) and a BA/BS or equivalent.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S./equivalent required.
• 3-5 years of financial aid experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Experience with PowerFaids preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review financial aid applications and determine student eligibility.
• Award institutional and federal aid in line with policies.
• Counsel students and families on aid options and loan repayment.
• Prepare and present student appeals to the Appeals Committee.
• Provide leadership to Assistant Directors when needed.

Job description

Senior Assistant Director, Financial Aid

Brandeis University | Waltham, MA

Hiring Range: $74k - $76k

About the Role

This position will review financial aid applications and awards assistance in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies. Responsible for determining student eligibility using both Federal and Institutional Methodologies, performing verifications, evaluating appeals, and maintaining accurate financial aid records. Counsels’ students and families on all aspects of the financial aid lifecycle and manages one or more specialized programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs need analysis using both Institutional and Federal Methodologies for incoming and returning students.
• Awards institutional and federal grants, loans, scholarships, and work study in alignment with university packaging policies and federal regulations.
• Conducts file verification for matriculated and returning students by analyzing tax returns and all other required documentation.
• Provides comprehensive counseling to students and families regarding financial aid awards, alternative financing options, special circumstances, and loan repayment, deferment and consolidation.
• Prepares and presents student appeals to the Appeals Committee, modifying aid packages to reflect committee determinations.
• Provides leadership to Assistant Directors and serves as a point of contact in the absence of Senior Associate Directors and Director of Financial Aid.

Program Responsibilities

• FAFSA Processing
• Federal Pell Grant Processing
• Direct Loan Processing
• MA/VT/PA State Scholarship Processing
• restricted and unrestricted endowed scholarship assignments
• Study Abroad
• Summer Aid
• Graduate Aid Liaison
• Compliance Assistant
• CA Stipends
• Tuition Remissions
• Tuition Exchange

Other Duties as Required

Education

• B.A./B.S./equivalent required.

Experience

• 3-5 years required; 5+ years preferred.

Core Competencies

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Direct experience in the delivery and administration of student financial aid preferred. Experience using PowerFaids preferred.

Pay Range Disclosure

The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").

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Accommodation for Applicants

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