Department ESA Financial Aid and Technologies About the Department Reporting directly to the Assistant Vice President and Executive Director of Financial Aid, the University Financial Aid office at the University of Chicago provides exceptional customer service to all students and families requesting assistance in financing their education. For more information visit https://financialaid.uchicago.edu/. Job Summary UChicago’s Financial Aid Office processes and provides federal, state, and institutional funding for the best and brightest students admitted to the University. We provide robust scholarship and grant funding to College students without the use of loans. We administer the Federal Work-Study program allowing eligible students to work on-campus or in off-campus community service positions. The Financial Aid Office also assists with financial aid applications, offers financial literacy programming, and has available staff to provide ongoing advice throughout a student’s UChicago career.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President, the Director of College Aid will utilize prior experience to provide leadership to a team of staff processing financial aid applications, awarding funding to undergraduate students, advising students about financial aid programs and financing options, and ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations. As a part of a seasoned enrollment management team, the Director plays a pivotal role with College Admissions leadership in ensuring the enrollment of new students and maintaining the prestige and reputation of the College. Responsibilities Manages, plans, implements, and evaluates effective financial aid programs based on the composition of the incoming class. Represents the financial aid function internally and externally. Collaborates on the strategic usage of and planning for financial aid technology and operational initiatives. Contributes to developing and modifying overall long-term financial strategies. Reviews current business processes and makes recommendations to improve workflow and effectiveness. Oversees the testing of new software installations and troubleshoots system-related problems. Monitors the provision of financial aid advising to prospective and current students. Manages professional staff that perform activities related to the awarding of financial aid funds, and coordinates, assigns, and monitors work assignments Assists with evaluation, implementation, and management of the financial aid budgets Pursues ongoing understanding of financial aid regulations to ensure student financial aid services are compliant. Incorporates design decisions into financial aid strategies responding to changes in state and federal programs. Manages professional staff that perform activities related to the awarding of financial aid funds through scholarships, grants-in-aid, loans, and student employment programs. Evaluates, implements and manages the tuition revenue and financial aid budgets. Ensures student financial aid services are in compliance with existing federal regulations. Incorporates design decisions into financial aid strategies responding to changes in federal programs. Performs other work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree. Experience: Six or more years of progressive experience in a financial aid office. Managing and leading a financial aid team. Extensive customer service experience. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of federal and state student financial aid program regulations. Advanced knowledge of financial aid operational system and related software applications. Proficient with Oracle Campus Solutions and Technolutions Slate. Familiarity with federal education department systems. Proficiency using Microsoft Office. Understanding of enrollment management. Preferred Competencies Excellent public speaking skills. Exceptional analytical and organizational skills. Effective problem-solving skills. Handle several projects simultaneously and work well under pressure. Work independently and as part of a team. Maintain confidentiality. Lead and coordinate the work of others. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Working Conditions Hybrid position with on campus days in our Hyde Park office. Some evening/weekend hours. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) References Contact Information, candidate will be notified before references are contacted (3)(required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family Student Affairs & Services Role Impact People Manager Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $104,000.00 - $135,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu .Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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