Assistant Director of Financial Aid

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Financial Aid, under the direction of the Director of Financial Aid for Student Services, provides assistance to prospective and enrolled students and their families in all aspects of the financial aid process, including application, eligibility, and award in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies. The incumbent must possess excellent knowledge of and demonstrated the ability to administer practices with regard to financial aid in compliance with applicable regulations and policies.  The Assistant Director of Financial Aid must also possess excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills, relate well to a broad variety of constituencies, and be dedicated to providing high-quality service to all constituencies of the Stevens Community.

• Counsels students and families regarding all aspects of financial aid and financial planning.

• Revise existing awards to reflect changes in eligibility or allowable budget adjustments.

• Exercise professional judgment in adjusting a student's application to accommodate documented, qualifying special circumstances.

• Reviews applications and determines financial aid awards for new and returning students.

• Manages and reconciles at least one financial aid program, including but not limited to Federal Pell Grant, Federal Direct Loan, Federal Work Study, New Jersey grant and scholarship programs, institutional endowed and private scholarship awards, and private education loans.

• Performs Title IV verification, professional judgment reviews and dependency overrides.

• Performs Return of Title IV funds calculations and related tasks

• Knowledge of federal database applications, including EDConnect, the FAFSA Partner Portal (FPP), Common Origination and Disbursement (COD), National Student Loan Data System (NSLDS) and EDExpress.

• Knowledge of common personal computer applications including, but not limited to, MS Outlook and MS Office: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

• Evening and weekend hours as required.

• Other duties as assigned             

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Two to four years of experience in a financial aid office or related office in the field of higher education

• Deliver excellent customer service

• Experience in managing at least one financial aid program

• Ability to multi-task and quickly shift between tasks

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Other duties as assigned             

• Knowledgeable about federal and state laws and rules

• General knowledge in MS Office applications

• Ability to work extended hours

• Experience with CollegeBoard PowerFAIDS or a similar financial aid management system

Department

Financial Aid Student Services

Compensation Range

In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $61,700.00 - $84,300.00. This range represents the University’s good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, the candidate’s experience, education, skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget, qualifications, and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation, such as incentives, stipends, or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings, please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook, available at:

Benefits Guidebook

EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status. 

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff, and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes. Stevens seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for all students, faculty and staff.