Assistant Director of Financial Aid

The Assistant Director of Financial Aid is responsible for the timely delivery of financial aid consistent with Simpson University policy and regulatory agencies, as well as all related financial reporting and compliance activities. Primary duties include oversight of packaging and awarding student financial aid, reconciliation of Cal Grant and federal grants, management of Simpson University endowed and non-endowed student scholarships and all related compliance areas. This position supervises the Financial Aid Technician positions. Secondary duties include student budget revision, outside scholarship processing, periodic file reviews, reporting and customer service. This position also serves as the certifying financial aid official for Simpson University.

Anticipated Start Date: May 15, 2025

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required
• Thorough working knowledge of issues related to financial aid and accounting and their relevant regulatory reporting requirements (e.g. CSAC, IRS, DOE, etc.)
• Minimum of three years’ experience in management of student financial aid programs and student financial aid delivery
• Highly proficient in MS Office applications (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, etc.)
• Strong computer application and relational databases management skills
• Demonstrated self-starter and highly motivated
• Excellent administrative abilities, including demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Highly professional in integrity and demeanor

General Expectations:

• Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ
• Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.
• Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
• Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records
• Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties
• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties
• Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures
• Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area
• Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor

Essential Functions:

• Oversight of awarding student financial aid and manage financial aid programs for Simpson University and all federal and state aid programs in which Simpson University participates
• Facilitate and coordinate the process for selecting students to be awarded endowed scholarships in accordance to donor criteria
• Be responsible for regulatory compliance with DOE and CSAC, including reconciling federal loan and grant programs and Cal Grant monthly and at year end
• Manage third party billing by accurately tracking benefits on student award letters and processing all third party invoices
• Perform all federally mandated refund calculations for financial aid funds
• Calculate satisfactory academic progress standing and communicate with students regarding the outcome of the calculation and the financial aid eligibility impact of the calculations
• Assist Director of Financial Aid with reporting as needed
• Research and maintain current knowledge pertaining to changes and proposed changes within federal and state financial aid programs in order to recommend and develop necessary policies and procedures
• Assist the Director of Financial Aid in effectively managing financial aid awarding and ensuring regulatory compliance
• Communicate with students as needed regarding complex financial aid situations and award revisions

Related Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development of enhanced communication strategies
• Support enrollment and retention efforts in the areas of financial aid processing, reporting activities, and related customer service

Physical Requirements:

Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:

Key (Based on typical week):

N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)

F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)

Salary: $68,640.00 annum