What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Financial Aid position at IvyTech?
Ivy Tech - Bloomington is seeking an Assistant Director of Financial Aid to collaborate with the Director in advising students on financial aid processes, eligibility, and packaging. Key duties include assisting with forms, coordinating the Federal Work Study program, performing file verifications, developing workshops, and maintaining student files. The role also involves advising on loans, ensuring FERPA compliance, and using Banner Software.
Salary : $43,888
Posted : 2 / 26 / 25
Rolling interviews will occur until the position is filled.
Benefits : No waiting period
We offer excellent benefit options (medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse / child life insurance, LTD, STD, Identity Guard, etc.).
Employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (with the election of a consumer driven health plan).
Employer contribution of 10% towards a retirement plan. (Employee contribution not required).
Sick Time : 3.7 hours each pay (paid every two weeks).
Vacation Time : 5.34 each pay for first 2 years, then increases to 6.15 after 2 years.
9 Paid holidays : New Years Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth National Independence Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.
Winter recess : The College also observes an official closing of 4 standard work week days between the observed Christmas Day and New Year's Day holidays. This is known as Winter Recess.
Free tuition towards Ivy Tech classes for employee and qualifying dependents.
Professional Development opportunities.
Major Responsibilities :
Communicate financial aid information and opportunities available to students and prospective students at the College.
Advise students (both on and off campus) on the financial aid process and assist with the completion of forms.
Coordinate Federal Work Study program.
Perform verification of financial aid files.
Develop and implement financial aid workshops.
Be proficient in Banner Software.
Determine financial aid eligibility and package aid.
Monitor and enforce Standards of Progress.
Conduct all activities within the established guidelines of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
Maintain student financial aid files.
Process financial aid information forms for external agencies.
Counsel students on the loan process.
The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications :
Associates degree required, Bachelors degree preferred
Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with financial aid information systems preferred.
Other Requirements :
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history check, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome.
Position requires sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the College students and employees.
Positivity, creativity, flexibility in working schedule. Ability to work weekdays. Some remote work possible after probationary period. Focus on student support and success.
Fully supports the College's mission and strategic plan initiatives.
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Salary : $43,888
