Job Information
University of Kentucky Student Financial Aid Executive Director in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Student Financial Aid Executive Director |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE45610 |
| Working Title | Executive Director of Financial Aid |
| Department Name | 1B530:Student Financial Aid |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 51 |
| Salary Range | $93,023-158,170/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | MA |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 8 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | None. |
| Physical Requirements | Lifting, pushing, or pulling up objects up to 25lbs; sitting for longer periods of time; performing repetitive motion tasks; effectively communicating with individuals from diverse - and varied professional levels. |
| Shift | Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. |
| Job Summary | The Oce of Financial Stability at the University of Kentucky is seeking to hire a University Student Financial Aid Executive Director. This position serves as the university’s chief nancial aid administrator. Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Financial Stability, the University Student Financial Aid Executive Director provides inuential and collaborative leadership as the central University representative for student nancial aid and is responsible for the oversight and strategic allocation of student nancial aid to advance the university’s goals, mission, and vision. This includes federally funded Title IV, state and other University nancial aid programs. The University Student Financial Aid Executive Director ensures that the highest level of customer service is provided; that reporting, processing and overall operations of the Student Financial Aid Oce are carried out effectively. This position is a key member of the Financial Stability leadership team supporting all goals tied to enrollment, retention and graduation strategic initiatives. This position provides leadership in the development of scholarship strategies to leverage the University of Kentucky’s academic and special scholarship programs as eciently and effectively as possible. This includes working with university partners to create more customized programs for underserved populations to increase yield, retention, and graduation rates. The University Student Financial Aid Executive Director will also advise university administration of changes in federal and state nancial aid policies and programs and recommend action as necessary. This position also serves as the liaison to the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA) and the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) as necessary. The position will also ensure nancial aid policies and procedures are in compliance with nancial aid laws, rules, and regulations. Ideal candidates for this position will have demonstrated ability to create and implement nancial aid strategies, work collaboratively with university partners, lead technology and operations innovation to guide ecient and effective programs and processes, utilize data and analytics for informed decision-making, manage staff, and communicate effectively to varied audiences regarding nancial aid programs, strategy, rules and regulations. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | The Executive Director of Financial Aid will possess a strategic understanding of the integral role of student nancial aid in supporting student enrollment, student success and student services; and will have knowledge of nancial aid trends as they relate to the use and delivery of student nancial aid. The successful candidate will have a record of success in a complex environment; demonstrated skill in leading and developing a large professional staff; excellent communication skills; a thorough knowledge of nancial aid programs; an uncompromising commitment to quality service and student advocacy; and experience with the application of information technology to the nancial aid process. This position requires an individual with a good eye for detail, exceptional organizational and time-management skills, a strong work ethic, and the ability to travel as needed. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | Yes |
| Preferred Education/Experience | |
| Deadline to Apply | 06/25/2024 |
| University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
- Please select the response that best represents your paid, full-time work experience in a supervisory (e.g. hiring, coaching, professional development, goal setting) role.
- None
- More than 0, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years, up through 10 years
- More than 10 years
- Please indicate the number of experience you have providing leadership in student financial aid.
- None
- More than 0, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years, up through 10 years
- More than 10 years
- Do you have experience at a land grant or flagship public university with demonstrated experience in financial aid?
- yes
- no
- What is the enrollment size of your current institution?
(Open Ended Question)
- Please describe your vision of a Financial Aid Office of Excellence
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please describe a complex problem you have had to address and how you negotiated the change with your organization. Speak specifically to the impact of the change on staff, what were the challenges and how did you negotiate the challenges?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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