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Posted: 27-Feb-25
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
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Internal Number: 98352-en_US
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation?s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls ?the most ambitious campus design program in the country.?
With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC?s momentum has never been stronger. UC?s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.
Job Overview
The Office of Student Financial Aid is hiring an Associate Director. This position will report to the Director of Financial Aid and will assist in planning, administering, and managing the operational activities of the office. The ideal candidate should have experience in staff management and a strong understanding of federal, state, institutional, and external financial aid sources. Additionally, this candidate will be responsible for implementing policies and equipping staff with the necessary processes and training.
Essential Functions
- Direct and supervise internal operations needed to ensure the compliant awarding and delivery of federal, state, institutional, and outside agency aid. Coordinate the financial aid process for students including counseling students and parents, reviewing applications, determining eligibility and recommending alternatives.
- Update federal databases as needed in the execution of federal financial aid delivery.
- Analyze unit efficiencies and develop process improvements to comply with regulations and streamline delivery of aid to our students.
- Develop quality assurance measures to ensure accuracy and improve processing efficiencies.
- Monitor federally mandated U.S. Department of Education verification process and related application resolution processes.
- Assist in the development of policies and procedures for the unit.
- Administer designated financial aid programs.
- Assist in the preparation and dissemination of financial aid data and reports.
- Assist in determining budget needs for the operating budget.
- Serve as liaison with other university offices and staff who are interested in financial aid policies and practices.
- Meet all program-mandated deadlines and assist with the yearly audit as assigned.
- Represent student financial aid on committees and meetings.
- Act for the director in his/her absence or request.
- May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
- Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Required Education
- Bachelor?s Degree
- Nine (9) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.
Required Trainings/Certifications
Required Experience
Five (5) years of experience in financial aid operations.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Three (3) years of supervision experience.
Application Process
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- 3 Professional References
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
- Competitive salary range of $65,000 - $75,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
- Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
- Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
- Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
- Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.
The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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