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The Associate Director of Financial Aid reports to the Director of Financial Aid and is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the functional areas in the Financial Aid Office. The Associate Director represents the office in administrative and public venues and has a key role in decision making and policy development. The Associate Director has extensive knowledge of the management and administration of all financial aid programs and is expected to assume a leadership role in the absence of the Director of Financial Aid.

Specific Functions:

• Provide leadership and direction for all operations of the Financial Aid Office.
• Supervise all front-line support staff and temporary employees.
• Manage and reconcile the Direct Loan Program.
• Manage and reconcile the Pell Grant Program.
• Oversee the return and reporting of federal (Title IV) and state refunds related to R2T4 processing.
• Assist in the completion of all federal, state, and institutional reports (FISAP, PPA, IPEDS, etc.)
• Perform need analysis and assist with the awarding and authorization of awards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of all federal and state regulations.
• Serve as the Secondary Destination Point Administrator for the Student Aid Information Gateway, and Department of Education Common and Origination Disbursement (COD) system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Five (5) years of progressive experience in student aid operations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of student financial aid regulations and experience in the administration of financial aid programs.
• Familiarity with Direct Loan processing.
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong organizational, public speaking, interpersonal, including verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with both internal and external groups with a diverse background and strong commitment to world-class customer service
• Must be able to multi-task and work independently on time-sensitive functions in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• Ability to work nights, weekends (Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) based on the needs of the College.

Additional Information:

Compensation:Salary is determined by a variety of criteria, including but not limited to, previous relevant experience, education level, and certifications. The starting annual salary for this position is $70,000.

Benefits:PCCC offers a variety of benefits which include:

• Excellent New Jersey State health insurance plans
• Dental Plan options 100% covered by employer
• Retirement systems through New Jersey State
• Tuition waivers for PCCC courses for employees and eligible dependents, per terms of the relevant labor contract (Some fees may still apply.)
• Tuition reimbursement for all full-time employees, excluding grant-funded positions, per terms of the relevant labor contract
• Short-term disability providing up to 26 weeks of paid leave, per terms of carrier (excluded for faculty and grant-funded positions)
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Floating Holiday hours(*Prorated based on hire date)

Vacation: 154 hours

Sick: 105 hours

Personal: 28 hours

Floating Holiday: 14 hours

The college also offers optional programs such as:

• Employee Assistance Program provides free, confidential, limited counseling services, work-life assistance, legal and financial guidance.
• Commuter Benefits: Free parking access is provided on site. An optional Transit Pre-Tax Plan is available which allows employees to use pre-tax dollars to purchase eligible transit expenses.
• Flexible Spending Account allows employee to contribute pre-tax dollars to use for eligible out-of-pocket medical and dependent care expenses.
• Supplemental insurance provides cash benefits to assist with out-of-pocket expenses when hurt or sick.
• Voluntary Annuity Programs: Additional contributions to retirement account

PCCC adheres to federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. PCCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy status, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, disability, nationality or any other category protected by law. As a public institution, diversity among our faculty and staff is highly valued, and discrimination or harassment against any legally protected class or category for terms and conditions of employment is prohibited. For additional information, see theNondiscriminationPolicy andTitle IX Grievance Procedures.PCCCis an E-Verify employer.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD), PCCC offers the provision of reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require an accommodation to apply for a position or for any process during the job search/hiring process, please contact Human Resources (973-###-####) for more information.

The completion of a background check will be required for selected candidates.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionEducation and Training
• IndustriesHigher Education

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