Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Director of Financial Aid is an important part of the Division of Enrollment Management and a collaborative partner in meeting various institutional enrollment and retention goals. The Director is responsible for the development, oversight and implementation of the financial aid leveraging strategies, financial aid policies, and awarding practices to ensure the efficient and strategic distribution of aid. Additionally, the director will demonstrate by example a clear commitment to providing excellent customer service. Each year, Le Moyne awards over $45 million in financial aid. The Director leads an office of 3.5 full-time staff members and ensures full compliance with all federal and state regulations and reporting.
Le Moyne College is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, persons of color and Jesuits to apply for employment.
EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in a directly related field from an accredited institution.
PREREQUISITES:
At least 8 years of financial aid or closely relevant experience with progressive supervisory responsibility in a 4-year institution.
Experience with supervision and development of professional staff.
Experience with using student information systems.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment.
Ability to work some nights and weekends, when representing Le Moyne College at official functions.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a relevant field of study and/or have experience as an Associate Director-level or above in a Financial Aid office.
More than 8 years of financial aid or closely relevant experience with progressive supervisory responsibility in a 4-year private institution.
Advanced prior experience with datatel Colleague and Technolutions Slate
Previous experience working in conjunction with an intercollegiate athletics department
Involvement with professional development organization for financial aid professionals
To apply for this position visit our website at https://www.lemoyne.edu/Work-At-Le-Moyne and click the 'Apply Now' button and submit the required materials for consideration:
* Cover letter outling your interest in the position * Current resume * Contact information for 3 professional reference
Preference will be given to applications received by Friday, October 16, 2020. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date for this position is December 2020.
NOTES:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.
About Le Moyne College
Le Moyne College, Syracuse, New York, is one of 28 Catholic, Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States, Le Moyne was the first to open as a co-educational institution. Since its founding in 1946, the College has modeled and strengthened the 476-year-old Jesuit tradition. Today, Le Moyne enrolls approximately 2,785 undergraduate and 534 graduate students from 33 states and 35 countries. Our MIssion:Le Moyne College is a diverse learning community that strives for academic excellence in the Catholic and Jesuit tradition through its comprehensive programs rooted in the liberal arts and sciences. Its emphasis is on education of the whole person and on the search for meaning and value as integral parts of the intellectual life. Le Moyne College seeks to prepare its members for leadership and service in their personal and professional lives to promote a more just society.For information about us, please visit http://www.lemoyne.edu.
