Financial Aid Assistant Director - Enrollment & Retention | Financial Aid

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Whitewater, Wisconsin, United States
Base: $68,000 - $74,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
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Three or more years financial aid experience
Extensive knowledge of title iv regulations
Experience with cod nslds fsa systems
** The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking a full-time Financial Aid Assistant Director to oversee daily operations within the Office of Financial Aid. This leadership role involves supervising staff, managing financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting student recruitment and retention efforts. **

Job Summary

  • The Assistant Director provides strategic leadership for day-to-day operations while overseeing federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs.
  • Candidates will be responsible for supervising, hiring, and mentoring staff, including student employees, within a fast-paced customer service environment.
  • The role requires ensuring strict compliance with Title IV regulations and serving as a liaison to external agencies during audits and reviews.

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** The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is seeking a full-time Financial Aid Assistant Director to oversee daily operations within the Office of Financial Aid. This leadership role involves supervising staff, managing financial aid programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting student recruitment and retention efforts. **

Salary

Base: $68,000 - $74,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Excellent UW System benefit package included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Three or more years financial aid experience
  • Extensive knowledge of Title IV regulations
  • Experience with COD NSLDS FSA systems
  • Ability to supervise at least 2.0 FTE staff
  • Knowledge of FERPA and privacy laws

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in higher education field
  • Experience supporting recruitment and retention goals
  • Familiarity with PeopleSoft or Oracle Campus Solutions
  • Previous leadership in student financial aid
  • Collaboration with Registrar and Admissions offices

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 3+ years progressively responsible financial aid experience
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the US
  • No H-1B visa sponsorship available
  • Supervisory authority over 2.0 FTE employees

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

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