Assistant Director Of Financial Aid

American University

Washington, DC, USA
$68,000.00 - $73,000.00 annually; not specified; n...
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Federal teach grant program administration
Financial aid eligibility determination
Federal and institutional regulations compliance
** American University is seeking an Assistant Director of Financial Aid to oversee its financial aid programs, particularly the Federal TEACH Grant Program. The role includes managing student eligibility, compliance with regulations, training staff, and providing financial counseling to students. **

Job Summary

  • This is a key position in the overall management of American University’s financial aid programs portfolio, responsible for the administration of the Federal TEACH Grant Program and other federally mandated reconciliation and reporting requirements.
  • The position is responsible for determining the financial aid eligibility of prospective and current undergraduate and graduate students and assuring compliance with federal and institutional regulations and policies.
  • American University offers a competitive benefits package, and hiring offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.

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** American University is seeking an Assistant Director of Financial Aid to oversee its financial aid programs, particularly the Federal TEACH Grant Program. The role includes managing student eligibility, compliance with regulations, training staff, and providing financial counseling to students. **

Salary

$68,000.00 - $73,000.00 annually; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Federal TEACH Grant Program administration
  • Financial aid eligibility determination
  • Federal and institutional regulations compliance
  • Reporting to Federal COD System
  • Urban Teacher’s Program expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Championing customer needs
  • Building and supporting teams
  • Evaluating and implementing ideas
  • Developing plans
  • Managing talent

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • 3 - 5 years of relevant experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Master's degree or equivalent (preferred)
  • Working knowledge of automated systems (preferred)

Work Rights

Work performed on-site at the university or in DC, Maryland, or Virginia

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