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Director, Financial Aid Services (Re-posting)

Employer
Fashion Institute of Technology
Location
New York, NY

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Institutional & Business Affairs, Financial Aid
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Category:: Financial Aid (735)
Locations:: New York, NY
Posted:: Aug 16, 2019
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Faculty FT Non-Class

About Fashion Institute of Technology:


The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), located in New York City, is a State University of New York (SUNY) college with 9,000 students enrolled in both undergraduate and graduate degree programs. FIT is a career-focused and internationally renowned college of art, design, business and technology with a strong emphasis on liberal arts and experiential learning.



Job Description:


The Director of Financial Aid Services, reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, is a vital member of the enrollment management team. The successful candidate will be an experienced financial aid professional with visionary leadership, and one who is dedicated to delivering uncompromising service to the FIT student and their family. They will be an innovative thinker who has successfully managed organizations and demonstrates the ability to develop professionals within their department.


The Director is responsible for the timely and accurate awarding and disbursement of financial aid including federal grants, federal student loans, external and institutional scholarships, fellowships, federal work-study, and tuition fee waivers. The director provides leadership and direction for the financial aid department with regard to policies, procedures, and operations involved with the awarding and delivery of the federal, state, and institutional financial aid and scholarship programs. As a member of the Division of Enrollment Management and Student Success, the Director will actively contribute and participate in the development of the Strategic Enrollment Plan, work within the division to support the cultivation of student enrollment, and further our mission of student success.


With an experienced staff of 22 financial aid professionals, the office administers more than $60 million dollars of aid through a variety of programs. In 2017 - 2018, 48% of FIT undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid. The Director facilitates a high quality, effective, and comprehensive financial aid program responsive to the needs of the students and the campus. The incumbent will:


  • Lead strategic planning, departmental budgeting, and resource management allocation;
  • Support and move new initiatives forward; Embrace and apply concepts of continuous quality improvement to assess existing processes and update as needed;
  • Ensure accurate processing of all aspects of student aid applications
  • Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and institutional regulations;
  • Assist students with resolving financial aid issues: Oversee all financial aid appeals, income adjustments, dependency overrides, special circumstances and all other professional judgement concerns;
  • Oversee the counseling of students on eligibility requirements for specific financial aid programs;
  • Monitor the execution of all processes associated with financial aid/scholarship packaging and eligibility;
  • Ensure the completion of fiscal reports, and is responsible for all federal, state, and institutional reporting as required for financial aid audit compliance;
  • Partner with divisional colleagues in the planning, developing, and coordinating of enrollment and retention programs;
  • Collaborate with information technology, bursar, registrar, and admissions teams to ensure technological integration. Implements and maintains upgrades to financial aid modules within an Ellucian Banner environment;
  • Serve on the Institutional Banner Data Governance committee;
  • Oversee the work of the staff, including staff recruitment, development, and performance evaluations according to contractual guidelines.


Requirements:


A minimum of five to seven years of progressively responsible leadership experience in Financial Aid and a master's degree in higher education administration or a related field. The successful candidate will have direct experience supervising professional teams, developing positive working relationships with internal and external constituents, as well as a thorough working knowledge of federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs, policies, and reconciliation practices. The successful candidate will be able to show a dedication to embracing best practices in financial aid and enrollment management theory and a record of accomplishment in designing/re-designing systems that deliver the highest caliber experience for their students. The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse population and with those from various cultural backgrounds is a must.


In addition, we are seeking a candidate with a demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, excellent technology skills in a variety of computer applications including databases and student information systems, a proven record of accomplishment with process improvement, and strong communication skills, including effective writing, public speaking, and persuasive competencies.




Additional Information:


  • This is a non-classroom faculty tenure track position.
  • Review of Applications will begin on September 16, 2019
  • Successful completion of a background check will be required prior to final appointment into this role


Application Instructions:


In order to be considered for the position, you must submit the following documents online:


  • Resume
  • Cover letter

Returning Applicants - Login to your FITNYC Careers Account to check your submitted application material.


Please note that due to the anticipated volume of applications, we are unable to contact each applicant regarding his or her application status. The Search Committee will contact applicants via email only if they wish to schedule an on-campus or virtual interview


For more information about FIT, please visit our website at: http://www.fitnyc.edu


FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people of diverse racial and cultural backgrounds. By providing a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability, the FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether based on race, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, religion, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service status, genetic information, pregnancy, familial status, citizenship status (except as required to comply with law), or any other criterion prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Affirmative Action Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212 217.3360, titleix@fitnyc.edu.


Organization

The Fashion Institute of Technology is a State University of New York college of art and design located in New York City. In 1951, it became one of the first SUNY community colleges empowered to grant the Associate of Applied Science degree. Today, FIT also grants Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in fashion and fashion-related fields. These include some unique programs, such as the United States’ only degree-granting program in Accessories Design, and the only baccalaureate program in Cosmetics and Fragrance Marketing in the world.fashion_institute_of_technology1.jpg

FIT is fascinating. We are a public institution of higher education with ties to private industry designed to benefit our students. We have big city pizazz and high-end sophistication. But we boast a safe campus and a real-world mindset. We are the crossroads between commerce and creativity.

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FIT is fashion. We are also design, fine arts, packaging, computer animation. We are technology, and also marketing, advertising, merchandising, production. And more. Our diverse programming has grown out of a rich history. Our Institutional Advancement is based on a clear mission. Our campus location and facilities are here to serve our college community.

 

 

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