Associate Financial Aid Director jobs in Wisconsin

The executive director of student financial aid will collaborate with the vice provost for enrollment management, the Provost's Office, the Chancellor's Office and campus leadership to develop and execute a financial aid and student employment strategy that supports overall institutional goals. The executive director serves as the campus authority on federal, state, and institutional aid programs and is a participant in the university's strategic enrollment management planning. In addition, this individual serves as liaison with Strategic Communications and University Relations in managing media relations, and assisting with legislative and community advocacy for the university as they pertain to the complex and changing world of student financial aid.

• 15% Directs strategic planning initiatives and establishes unit objectives to ensure appropriate use of resources and alignment with the strategic plan
• 5% Develops operating policies and procedures to comply with regulations, institutional policies, and unit objectives
• 5% Develops and audits the unit budget
• 5% Exercises supervisory authority, including hiring, transferring, suspending, promoting, managing conduct and performance, discharging, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and/or approving hours worked of at least 2.0 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees
• 30% Serves as the unit liaison to internal and external stakeholder groups providing organizational information and representing the interests of the unit
• 20% Advises institutional leadership and unit leadership on financial aid matters
• 5% Demonstrate thought leadership; develop and elevate research-practice partnerships in the field of higher ed access and success; initiate and lead international discussions regarding access for students globally at public research institutions
• 5% Advises and collaborates with the VP on critical issues, representing the OSFA at meetings and events as requested; and serves on/leads various program and/or university committees as directed, including on appropriate shared governance committees
• 5% Leads and supports special initiatives and/or grant-funded programs that require the Vice Provost's attention with respect to program design, planning, coordination, and interaction with internal and external stakeholders
• 5% DEM is committed to the highest standard of service. This position will be a role model by
  practicing exemplary and respectful behaviors in all interactions. Participation in unit and divisional
  training plans are mandatory

• Serve in leadership roles in financial aid and enrollment management at the state, regional, and national levels
• Build and sustain institutional, statewide, regional, national, and international networks to support collaboration on higher education access and success for students from socioeconomically diverse backgrounds
• Collaborate with Division of Enrollment Management colleagues in aligning the work of the Office of Student Financial Aid in supporting campus enrollment goals, including increasing access and diversity
• Consult with deans, directors, staff and faculty throughout campus in matters relating to student financial aid
• Advise and counsel UW-Madison and UW-System federal and state relations staff, state and federal agencies, legislators, and their staffs
• Work closely with the Chancellor, other senior leaders, and the Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association to increase activities and support for increasing need-based financial aid support from private donors

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

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Required
Master's Degree or other advanced degree required.

-Minimum of seven years of experience in financial aid administration, currently at the associate director level or higher, with a proven track record of exemplary leadership through innovation and student customer service at a large complex institution.
-A demonstrated commitment to increasing need-based aid and scholarships.
-A demonstrated commitment to access and research practice partnerships that increase student success.
-An appreciation for and an understanding of the role of technology and social media in financial aid and enrollment management.
-A thorough understanding of federal financial aid programs and familiarity with how different state aid programs work.
-Visionary leadership skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, superior strategic thinking and planning skills, excellent management skills, and the ability to work well with teams.
-Knowledge of current best practices and trends in financial aid awarding practices and philosophies.

Full Time: 100%

This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Negotiable
ANNUAL (12 months)
UW-Madison team members in this position can expect to receive a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see .

The Division of Enrollment Management (DEM) () believes in our ability to contribute towards an ecosystem of innovation. Through this relentless desire for bold ideas, DEM leads a comprehensive strategic enrollment approach to attract, enroll, support, and graduate the most talented students. We foster equitable and seamless experiences, value research in practice, engage in responsible stewardship, provide inclusive support, collaborate, and increase access to higher education to accomplish our goals. With students firmly at the center of our actions, decisions, processes, and services, our work helps to deliver the impact of UW-Madison as a world-class institution that enriches communities across the globe.

The Division is comprised of a dedicated team of over 400 employees and includes the Office of Admissions and Recruitment, the Office of Student Financial Aid, the Student Success Through Applied Research (SSTAR) Lab, and the Office of the Registrar. DEM invests in the professional growth of their team members () and is committed to the highest standard of service for students, colleagues, visitors and other stakeholders. Team members will serve as role models by practicing exemplary, respectful and inclusive behaviors in all of our interactions.

Candidates should provide, as two separate documents, a resume and a letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the Leadership Profile available at https://wittkieffer.com/positions/200009. These materials should be sent via email to the University of Wisconsin's consultant Christy Pratt and associate Roxana Woudstra at .

Inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. Review of applications will begin immediately
and will continue until the position is filled. The deadline for assuring full consideration is May 31, 2024.

Successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment and must be able to sustain eligibility, without sponsorship, throughout the duration of their employment.

Please note that in accordance with Wisconsin statutes, the names of nominees and applicants who explicitly request confidentiality will not be made public. However, the University is required to release the names and titles of the finalists who will be interviewed by the chancellor and the
provost.

Christy Pratt

301-788-7883
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See for further information.

Financial Aid Director (Inst)(AE038)

A05-ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT/FIN AID

Limited

297483-LI