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We are a district of three distinct colleges-North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College-and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.
As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the passionate work of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as we work against systemic racism. Additionally, you will gain the rewarding experience of contributing to the success of an open-access learning institution that prepares students for life and work, fostering a diverse, engaged and dynamic community.
Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities. As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will enjoy competitive compensation as well as all the benefits as a Washington State employee. To learn more about our excellent benefits offerings, please see our benefits overview here: Seattle Colleges Employment Benefits.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Overview:
Are you passionate about leading a team? Do you love financial aid? Do you want to help bring equity to student funding?
If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our team, an equity-focused open-access college dedicated to helping all students achieve their academic and professional goals. As an Assistant Director of Financial Aid you will be responsible for being a key member of the team that provides funding in order to increase access and retention of student. In this role, you will lead the financial aid team, manage the daily operations, assist the director with reports and reconciliation, and work with the team to increase equity in funding for students.
This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-SPS
Salary: Range for this position is $78,506.00 – $88,470.00 depending on experience.
Priority Deadline: Due to the timing of our business operations, first review of applications will begin on July 10th. You may not be contacted until then, but your application is being considered. This position will remain open until filled.
Application Procedures:
- Attach current Resume
- Attach cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job
Required application materials must be completed and submitted online.
What you will be working on:
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
- Interpret and implement federal and state rules and regulations.
- Manage satisfactory academic progress monitoring and assist director with appeals.
- Review and evaluate financial aid applications and determine eligibility for federal, state, and institutional programs; including verification, packaging, awarding, disbursement, and Return to Title IV funds.
- Use professional judgement related to student’s eligibility for aid as appropriate.
- Advise, students, parents, and the public regarding the types of aid programs available, procedures for applying, and eligibility requirements.
- Coordinate and conduct financial aid presentations on and off campus.
- Assist the director in preparation and submission of federal and state reports.
- Provide leadership that ensures a commitment to positive customer service.
What you bring as a candidate:
(Any Equivalent Combination of Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience)
- Four years experience in progressively responsible positions within a financial aid office, including supervision.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong attention to details with ability to multi-task.
- Demonstrated experience working in a multi-ethnic, multicultural environment.
- Preferred experience working in a community or technical college financial aid office.
- Experience working with EDExpress, EdConnect, NSLDS, CTClINK and COD.
Physical Requirements:
The Position typically works in an office environment and uses a computer, telephone and other office equipment as needed to perform duties. The noise level in the work environment is typical of that of an office, encounters frequent interruptions throughout the workday, is regularly required to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and works at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion with or without reasonable accommodation.
Disability Accommodation:
Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
- Ability to operate office equipment
- Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
- Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person
Notice of Non-discrimination Statement:
Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of “bullying” behaviors, including “cyber bullying”.
Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Director of Legal Compliance:
1500 Harvard Avenue Seattle, WA 98122-3803
(206) 934-3873
Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.