Working Title: Associate Director, Financial Aid & Scholarships
Classification Title: Administrator II
Posting DetailsPriority Application Date (Posting will remain open until filled): Sunday, May 5, 2024 @ 11:55pm PDT
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Position Summary The Associate Director will be the visionary leader responsible for leading the centralized scholarship office at Sacramento State. The successful candidate will display exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with and provide superior customer service to internal and external constituents.
Through the continued close collaboration with campus partners the Associate Director will facilitate discussion, listen to issues and ideas brought forward and analyze required components necessary to establish policy, procedure and guidelines to be followed across campus. All established policy, procedure and guidelines will be monitored through the centralized scholarship office and under the general direction of the Associate Director.
The Associate Director will oversee enhancements and innovations to the way in which students apply for scholarships while supporting the university scholarship program by also adhering to consistent policies and procedures for all campus stakeholders. This position will also work to have all campus stakeholders join the centralized scholarship process which facilitates the timely award and distribution of scholarship funds as well as facilitate the coordination of resources with other financial aid awards to the fullest extent possible.
The incumbent will be outgoing and engaging, as they frequently interact with faculty, staff, advancement services and on occasion, scholarship donors. They will recognize the diversity on campus and the diverse needs of our students and possess the ability to respectfully navigate discussions among all constituents, hearing all viewpoints, providing guidance and establishing necessary direction.
The Associate Director must remain knowledgeable of all rules and regulations governing scholarship administration; including but not limited to Title IV federal regulation, education code and rules such as; Title IX and Prop 209. They will recognize the importance of and be responsible for educating the campus community on rules and guidelines the campus must follow to remain compliant. They will be responsible for communicating updates and changes to any and all policies governing scholarship administration and will revisit all policy, procedures and guidelines, as a result of any regulatory change.
The Associate Director will be held accountable to establish a strong team of future leaders through day to day mentorship and guidance. The team will identify their shared mission, vision and core values that will drive their success. As the office matures, the team will become self-sufficient in handling the day to day operations allowing the Associate Director to remain a strong campus partner and continue to facilitate discussion and listen to feedback in order for scholarship operations to continuously evolve to leverage new technologies, balance new regulations, and meet student and donor expectations; where reasonable. They will work closely with University Advancement Services as well as College and campus leadership to support the scholarship program, ensure scholarships are awarded per donor specifications and money is spent in a timely manner each academic year. The incumbent is the designated liaison to development directors, faculty, and all campus scholarship administrators for purpose of providing oversight for the selection and awarding of funds, ongoing administrator training and procedural direction, as needed.
FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)
Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,583 per month - $8,025 per month
CSU Classification Salary Range: $4,583 per month - $14,713 per month
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Salary Grade/Range: 1
Recruitment Type: Regular (At-Will)
Time Base: Full-Time
Pay Plan: 12 months
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Hours will vary depending on department need.
Department Information The Scholarships Office at Sacramento State is dedicated to supporting students by offering a wide variety of institutional and community scholarships. The Scholarships Office awards nearly $4 million dollars in institutional scholarships each year.
For more information on Financial Aid & Scholarships, please visit: https://www.csus.edu/apply/financial-aid-scholarships/scholarships/
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required and 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in leadership and change management Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible management experience with at least three (3) years of direct supervisory experience. Demonstrated project management experience in strategic planning, program development, and resource allocation with proven ability to track success toward key milestone dates and defined deliverables Proven ability to identify and establish a detailed project plan and successfully execute the implementation of the project plan; meeting established milestones set through the collaboration and planning with all involved key stakeholders Knowledge of policies, regulations, and practices for awarding financial aid with advanced knowledge and experience with scholarship program(s) Foundational knowledge of student life cycle and financial aid awarding cycle Familiarity with donor databases, such as Advance, Engage, etc. Proficiency in technology and technology system solutions, such as PeopleSoft, OnBase Workflow, MS Office Suite, etc. And the critical role technology plays in planning, maintaining and assessing operations Experience reviewing, analyzing, and reconciling a large portfolio with multiple accounts; with expertise using electronic spreadsheets, such as Microsoft Excel Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with and provide superior customer service to internal and external constituents. Clear communicator and collaborator with experience handling sensitive situations with care and compassion while also adhering to guidelines, as necessary Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
Conditions of Employment
- Ability to pass background check
Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in related field with higher education experience and background in scholarship award management Experience with Scholarship Administration software, such as Blackbaud, Imaging & Workflow, Adobe sign or other similar tools Experience working with donors regarding scholarship gift agreements and scholarship specifications, including an understanding of limitations, such as Prop 209
Documents Needed to Apply Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.
Final candidates will be required to present at a campus community forum.
About Sacramento State Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:
“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success ; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity ; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion ; resource development and sustainability ; dedicated community engagement , and wellness and safety .
As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.
To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.
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The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request at the Police Service Center located in the University Union.
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As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.
Eligibility Verification Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).
Note to Applicants: Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.
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