Assistant Director, Professional, Graduate, And State Of Iowa Programs

Are you passionate about student success and financial aid operations? Are you looking for an opportunity to support students, families, undergraduate, graduate, and professional college programs by help completing their educational goals and passions? If you answered “Yes!”, the Assistant Director, Professional, Graduate, and State of Iowa Programs with the Office of Student Financial Aid position at the University of Iowa, may be the career move for you! *This is a 100% effort position with full benefits.

WHAT YOU’LL DO: As the Assistant Director, Professional, Graduate, and State of Iowa Programs, you will serve as a liaison and meet as needed (minimum of a quarterly basis) between OSFA and professional and graduate colleges (including Nursing and Pharmacy) to disseminate information to professional college administration. You will coordinate financial aid for various undergraduate, graduate, and professional college programs which supports the successful completion of their educational goals. This position will serve as a liaison with Iowa College Student Aid Commission, and will be responsible for awarding and funding accounting for all State of Iowa Programs.

You Will Also Have An Opportunity To

• Coordinate study abroad programs. Establish and maintain procedures to ensure that aid is delivered in a timely manner. Monitor compliance with federal, state, and UI regulations regarding these programs.
• Counsel students as needed regarding financial aid for professional colleges and health related programs, Vocational Rehabilitation, military aid, and scholarships, especially state of Iowa scholarships and grants.
• Assist with developing and maintaining policies and procedures for graduate and professional college students, as well as Nursing and Pharmacy students, State of Iowa programs, and Study Abroad students.
• Review health profession loan information including NURSING loans. Assist with follow-up to students to ensure they have accepted or declined their loans. Review fund balances and project future expenditures.
• Serve as liaison with the Iowa College Student Aid Commission. Responsible for awarding and fund accounting for all State of Iowa programs.
• For a full job description, including all duties and competencies expected, please e-mail the contact listed below or visit: Job Opportunities (Org 02 & 35) | Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost - The University of Iowa .

This position is eligible for a combination of on-campus and remote work. Remote work must be performed at a location within the state of Iowa and comply with the remote work program and related policies.

About the Department: The Office of Student Financial Aid assists students with the costs of their educational investment. Our committed team of professionals works in partnership with families, providing information on available options and assisting with the financial aid process.

Required

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ability to manage and build relationships for successful collaborations
• The ability to apply knowledge and decision-making skills to individual situations.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• The ability to think critically and provide input and sound interpretations.
• Minimum of 1 year experience working in a post‐secondary academic setting or in another sector dealing with detail-oriented projects, counseling, and/or education

Demonstrates a Working Proficiency Level In

• Knowledge of data gathering and analysis tools, techniques, and processes; ability to use these to gather and analyze data for a specific or variety of needs and/or projects.
• Understanding of the necessity and value of accuracy and attention to detail; ability to process information with high levels of accuracy.
• Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Communicating for effective relationships: the knowledge and application of the communication techniques and relationship building skills that develop the ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.

Desired

• Previous use of or some exposure to the MAUI system.
• A Master’s degree in Student Development or related field is desirable.
• Basic knowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations.

Demonstrates a Working Proficiency Level In

• The knowledge of and the ability to develop and implement financial aid programs and policies to attract outstanding students and help them finance their course of study.
• The knowledge of needs analysis and federal verification along with a basic understanding of Federal Methodology.

TO APPLY

To Be Eligible For Consideration, Applicants Must Upload Both Of The Following And Mark Them Each As a “Relevant File” To The Job Submission

• Cover letter
• A resume and a

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.

Compensation: Anticipated salary $50,000 dependent upon qualifications. Salary will be discussed at time of interviews.

Reach out to Tracey Pritchard to learn more about benefits, compensation practices, and career development opportunities.

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Additional Information

• Work Modality Options: Hybrid within Iowa
• Schedule: Full-time
• Classification Title: Financial Aid Manager
• Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific

Compensation

• Pay Level: 4A

Contact Information

• Organization: Provost
• Contact Email: [email protected]
• Contact Name: Tracey Pritchard