Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.
Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.
Title of Position
Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Position Number
A01560
FLSA
Exempt
Scheduled Hours Per Week
35
Department
Law School Financial Aid Office
Campus
Lincoln Center
Work Arrangement
Hybrid
Hybrid Policy
Please review the Hybrid Policy at www.fordham.edu/hybridpolicy.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid, the Assistant Director of Financial Aid provides financial aid assistance to Law School students, prospective students, and alumni.
Essential Functions
Assists Law School students, prospective students, and alumni with all aspects of financing a legal education.
Awards Fordham Law grants and loans and performs need analysis (FM and IM).
Processes federal loan applications using internal systems
Administers named scholarships program, including data management, and assists with establishment of new scholarships.
Conducts entrance/exit interviews.
Coordinates and maintains web content.
Assists with financial literacy education, office operations, and preparation/review of ad hoc documents.
Essential Functions Note
This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.
Management Responsibilities
Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.
Additional Functions
Assists with the organization of the annual Scholarship Reception.
Required Qualifications: Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree.
Minimum of 2 years of student financial services experience.
Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong written and oral communication skills required.
Demonstrated ability to provide superior customer service experience.
Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Banner, PowerFAIDS, and ACES2.
LSAC Unite
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace applications
Experience with Microsoft SharePoint (LawNet), including document management, content updates, and intranet administration
Minimum Starting Salary
$66,555
Maximum Starting Salary
$80,000
Note
Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.
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