Assistant Director of Financial Aid

The Assistant Director of Financial Aid is a key member of the enrollment management team who helps students and families navigate the financial aid process while supporting the University’s commitment to student success. This role oversees financial aid advising, awarding, verification, packaging, compliance, and program administration. The Assistant Director collaborates closely with the Director of Financial Aid to ensure adherence to federal, state, and institutional regulations while providing exceptional service to students and stakeholders.

What You'll Do

• Guide students and families through financial aid opportunities, eligibility requirements, application processes, and funding options.
• Support the administration of federal, state, institutional, and scholarship aid programs while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and policies.
• Oversee financial aid processing activities, including awarding, verification, appeals review, satisfactory academic progress (SAP), and Return to Title IV calculations.
• Assist with reconciliation of federal and state funds, scholarship administration, and maintenance of financial aid data within the University information system.
• Partner with the Director of Financial Aid on compliance initiatives, policy implementation, audits, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Represent the Financial Aid Office through workshops, FAFSA events, recruitment activities, committee participation, and community outreach efforts.
• Maintain current knowledge of financial aid regulations and best practices through ongoing professional development and training.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of three years of financial aid experience in a higher education setting.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state financial aid programs, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively assist students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail.
• Proficiency with computer systems, software applications, and student information systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to remain composed and responsive in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Mission and Values

At Newman University, employees are part of a mission-driven community dedicated to empowering graduates to transform society through academic excellence, service, compassion, and leadership. Staff members play a vital role in shaping a supportive and purpose-centered environment where students are encouraged to make meaningful contributions to their professions and communities. For individuals seeking a career with impact, Newman University offers the opportunity to advance a mission that aspires to create positive change both locally and globally.

Ready to Make an Impact

Join Newman University and help students achieve their educational goals by providing guidance, support, and access to financial resources that make higher education possible. We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about student success, compliance excellence, and service to apply.

Benefits Overview

Newman University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and approximately 20 paid holidays/breaks
• Tuition Waiver for employee, spouse, and eligible dependents after one year of employment
• Additional benefits to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance

Founded in 1933, Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions, yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman you'll find people, programs, organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ, US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees, according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, directives, and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies and agencies. In keeping this commitment, it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, genetic information, marital status, familial status, public assistance status, local human rights commission activity, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at (316) 942-4291, ext. 2202 or email [email protected] in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.