Financial Aid Director (HEO) - Lehman College
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Financial Aid Director (HEO) - Lehman College

POSITION DETAILS

The Director of Financial Aid provides the overall management and leadership necessary for effective administration of Lehman College's student financial aid programs. Reporting to the Vice President for Enrollment Management, the Director is responsible for the management and awarding of more than $70 million dollars annually. The Director ensures that the office provides quality services to students, families, and other constituencies in relation to financial aid matters.

Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to:

Providing overall leadership, management, evaluations, and strategic vision to the Lehman College Financial Aid Office.

Effectively ensuring compliance with federal and state aid laws and regulations through the development and oversight of college policies.

Supporting the college's goal to recruit, retain, and graduate diverse students.

Tracking and assessing financial aid outcomes.

Hiring, supervising, and evaluating staff.

Serving and leading both CUNY and Collegewide committees.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree and eight years' related experience required. Master's degree preferred.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Develops and oversees student financial aid programs in accordance with Federal/State laws and regulations and University guidelines.

• Develops and interprets financial aid policies and procedures with regard to Federal and NY State programs such as internal loan programs, all state and federal loan programs, Stafford Loans, Perkins Loans, College Work Study, and Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).
• Reports on general and fiscal matters such as program expenditures, projections of full-year spending potential, and analyses of spending patterns.
• Authorizes the disbursement of funds.
• Monitors compliance with Federal and State financial aid regulations, developing and implementing compliance procedures.
• Serves as College liaison to Federal, State, local and professional agencies on financial aid matters.
• Assures that the Financial Aid function works effectively with other College units (e.g., Admissions, Registrar, Bursar).
• Manages financial aid staffing, development, and evaluation.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Officer

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$129,310 -$141,858, Salary commensurate with education and experience. CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select Apply Now and provide the requested information. Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

CLOSING DATE

December 23, 2024

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID: 29213

Location: Lehman College

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