The Assistant Director of Financial Aid provides financial aid counseling to students and families for federal, state, and institutional programs, maintains financial aid compliance, and performs various financial aid functions. The role requires strong customer service and student advocacy skills, and the ability to create an inclusive environment. Working hours may vary, and travel is required throughout the South Bend/Elkhart Service Area.
Requirements
- Demonstrate strong customer service and student advocacy through a positive attitude of approachability, adaptability, strong problem-solving skills, and desire to identify and support student success.
- Engage in behaviors that create an inclusive environment in which all people are valued and supported.
- Provide financial aid counseling to students and families, and perform various financial aid functions.
Benefits
- Health & Wellness
- Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
- Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
- Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
- Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
- Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
- Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
- Retirement & Financial Security
- 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
- Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Educational Benefits
- Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
- Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Work‐Life Balance
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
- Flexible work arrangements where available
- Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
- Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
- Additional Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
