• Job Description

  Req#: 173606

  About SUNY Orange:
  

  Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.

  Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.

  The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.

  
  Job Description:
  

  The Director serves as the chief administrator responsible and accountable for fiscal oversight of federal, NY state, internal financial aid and scholarship programs exceeding $18 million annually disbursed to approximately 2,400 students. The Director ensures institutional compliance with governmental regulations including the accurate and timely preparation of all monitoring reports. The Director leads the Financial Aid Office by establishing, implementing and evaluating financial aid operations, programs and processes for the campus, develops the financial aid team, introduces new technology to improve packaging and service delivery, and works collaboratively with colleagues in Enrollment Services and Student Accounts to provide exemplary service to students and families.

  Reporting to the AVP for Enrollment and Student Financial Services, the Director stays current with financial aid policy and emerging trends and is the subject-matter expert interpreting federal and state laws and regulations and ensures that the College's policies and procedures reflect best practices in packaging and verification processes.

  The Director appreciates the integral role financial aid plays in student retention and completion and this orientation shapes the design and delivery of financial aid services and financial literacy programming. The Director will be required to travel between both campuses and other sites as needed.

  
  Requirements:
  

  Education Required: Bachelor's Degree

  Experience Required: A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience administering financial aid programs in a college/university setting; demonstrated supervisory, administrative, and leadership experience. Knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations and experience preparing federal and state reports. Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret financial aid laws and regulations, and to utilize technology to efficiently process student aid.

  Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

  
  Additional Information:
  

  Deadline for Applying: April 12, 2024

  Position begins ASAP

  Salary range: $77,800 to $111,465 per annum, commensurate with experience. This is a Staff & Chair, Grade 90, 12 month position.

  SUNY Orange offers a competitive benefits package which includes:

  Please see application instructions below.

  Orange County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education. Inquiries regarding this non-discrimination policy may be directed to: Iris Martinez-Davis, Civil Rights Compliance Officer, 115 South Street, Middletown NY 10940, (845) 341-4662, iris.martinezdavis@sunyorange.edu.

  
  Application Instructions:
  

  Create a SUNY Orange Employment Account by clicking on the APPLY NOW button. Upload the following documents, which are required for consideration:

  Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Foreign transcripts which are not accompanied by an evaluation from an approved agency may not be reviewed. Applicants may contact NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluating Service) at www.naces.org to obtain a list of members providing this service. Any expenses incurred for this service must be borne by the applicant. Foreign transcript translations by applicant or educational institution are not acceptable.

  All applicants must have the legal right to accept employment in the United States. SUNY Orange does not support visa applications.

  Employment at the College may be subject to the favorable result of a background investigation.

  Returning Applicants - Login to your SUNY Orange Employment Account to check your completed application.

• About the company

  SUNY Orange, or Orange County Community College, is a public community college with two campuses, one in Middletown, New York and one in Newburgh, New York.

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