| A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experiences that directly relate to this position. There are multiple vacancies available. The University of Michigan's Office of Financial Aid is looking for the ideal candidate to review eligibility for both need-based and merit-based scholarship funding offered through the Office of Financial Aid; to assist in the administration of existing scholarship and financial aid programs; to advise students and others regarding scholarship programs; and to assist in developing new policies and procedures. This position will counsel and process athletic financial aid in accordance with the Department of Education and NCAA guidelines. % Effort | Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities | 35% | Administer and reconcile various endowed and expendable scholarship programs. Manage specific private scholarship programs. Counsel scholarship recipients. Compile data and reports to outside donors and organizations. Serve as a resource for OFA staff regarding scholarship related issues. | 35% | Administer and monitor financial aid for student-athletes according to federal, institutional, and NCAA regulations. Work in conjunction with the Athletic Department. Counsel and advise student athletes. Serve as resource for university departmental personnel on NCAA regulations pertaining to permissible aid for student-athletes. Ensure accurate financial aid reporting in NCAA software. | 15% | Coordinate programs between OFA and donors, outside agencies, scholarship committees, community foundations, and other university units. Advise students, parents, and outside offices and agencies and other University personnel on scholarship programs and financial aid issues. Work with the Development Office in developing and fine-tuning scholarship programs. | 5% | Maintain working knowledge of legislation and regulations governing financial aid programs, need analysis methodology, NCAA regulations, NCAA software, requirements of scholarship programs, federal and state laws, and office policies and procedures. | 5% | Assist in the evaluation of scholarship programs. Work with editorial staff to develop new scholarship publications and forms. | 5% | Provide professional representation of the OFA and the University of Michigan at Athletic compliance conferences, University functions, presentations, professional meetings, scholarship organizations, and other groups seeking general financial aid information. |
Supervision Received: Direct supervision is received from the Assistant Director for Scholarships. - A bachelor’s degree is required. - One year of experience as a financial aid administrator/professional. - Strong oral and written communication skills, and attention to detail. - Experience working with data systems, and working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. - Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to create and maintain relationships with internal/external partners. - Ability to make independent decisions, appropriately utilize professional judgment and to interpret federal/state/institutional regulations/policies/procedures is a must. Familiarity and working knowledge of NCAA regulations regarding financial aid. Please note, there is a need for the selected candidate to secure reliable internet access/wifi due to the current remote work arrangement. This position is traditionally expected to work on-campus, and new hires may be expected to work within the office following public health and University guidelines. Benefits at the University of Michigan In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include: - Generous time off
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. |
