What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Aid Manager position at City University of New York?
The Financial Aid Manager will report to the Director of Financial Aid. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Financial Aid Manager will be responsible for the following duties:
• Manages timely advising, awarding, distribution and reconciliation of Financial Aid using knowledge of current and new technology.
• Develops and manages queries/reports for the CUNYfirst system Financial Aid module.
• Manages the administration, review and reconciliation of the Federal Pell program.
• Manages and provides leadership to reporting staff.
• Manages and processes state, federal and private financial aid ensuring that eligibility, compliance and origination and disbursement of funds are completed according to timelines.
• Performs professional judgment reviews of student files, making adjustments as needed.
• Manages software systems such as COD, CPS, NSLDS to ensure accurate and timely financial aid administration.
• Researches and resolves CUNYfirst related problems and conducts CUNYfirst training for aid staff.
• Represents the financial aid office and the college at various meetings both on and off campus or virtually.
• Flexible schedule during peak periods. Be available for evening and weekends as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelors Degree and six years related experience required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Strong working knowledge and understanding of PeopleSoft or CUNYfirst web-based navigation and writing extensive reports via SQL and/or PS Query.
• Working knowledge of federal Title IV and NYS financial aid statutes, regulations, practices, and resources. Including current up to date with all financial aid statutes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Access and PowerPoint is required.
• Excellent written & oral communication skills.
VACCINE REQUIREMENT
Candidates will be required to provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Exemption (medical or religious) requests to this requirement will be considered in accordance with applicable law. Being fully vaccinated is defined for this purpose as being at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen. Final candidates must be fully vaccinated as of their first day of employment.
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Plans, develops and implements financial aid policies and processes in accordance with Federal, State and University standards.
• Manages financial aid activities and represents the office at on-campus and off-campus meetings and forums
• Manages day-to day administrative and systems operations for optimal efficiency and customer service. manages special processes such as Return of Title IV Aid
• Provides comprehensive financial counseling to parents and students
• Implements all necessary processes to support financial aid application, awarding and delivery cycles
• Oversees the coordination of financial aid activities with those of other College and University offices
• Implements and maintains web based services
• Performs related duties as assigned.
Job Title Name: Financial Aid Manager
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with education and experience ($67,784 - $93,491).
