Minnesota State University Moorhead

Minnesota State University Moorhead

Associate Director of Financial Aid – Operations & Funds Management (SA26038)

Mankato, USA · Director · Part-time

Sponsorship not specified$54k-$117kDetected 25 days ago
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About the role

  • All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
  • The Associate Director provides supervision, evaluation, and work direction for four full time classified staff.
  • This position provides detailed and on-going training and serves as an expert for Campus Hub student services, Financial Aid team members, other University staff, and statewide financial aid conferences.

Requirements

  • Experience which demonstrates advanced knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Proficiency with the Minnesota State Integrated Statewide Record System (ISRS), Work Day, or similar student information system.
  • Unofficial Transcript(s) of your highest completed degree
  • This report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the University.

Nice to have

  • Master's degree with at least three (3) years progressively responsible financial aid administration in a college/university setting.
  • OR Bachelor's degree plus four (4) years of progressively responsible financial aid administration in a college/university setting.

Compensation

  • $54,344.00 - $116,608.00
  • Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin on July 13, 2026 and continue until the position has been filled.
  • POSITION: Probationary; Range D*
  • Job Description
  • This position manages the operations, administration, implementation, and oversight of federal and state student financial aid programs such as, but not limited to, Federal/State grants, scholarships, Federal Loans, and private loan programs.
  • Significant responsibilities include quality assurance and time-sensitive troubleshooting activities for compliance, data collection/review/reporting, oversight of reconciliation, managing aid application tracking/processing, packaging, and aid disbursement processes.
  • The salary range denoted above is the contractual range; however, salary upon hire is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Benefits

  • To further support your holistic health, employees also have access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling.
  • Detailed plan details, rates, and coverage choices can be reviewed directly via the State Employee Group Insurance Program (SEGIP) website.
  • To support your life outside of work, our package includes 12 paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time, and six weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
  • We also help you secure your financial future with a robust Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts, and various investment options.
  • Furthermore, we invest in your growth by providing dedicated professional development and tuition waivers for both you and your dependents.
  • Please note that specific benefit eligibility and coverage levels may vary depending on the type of position, employee classification, and collective bargaining agreements.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse clientele including the commitment to equity and inclusion in the learning and work environment.

Company info

  • At Minnesota State, we take your well-being and work-life balance seriously.

This listing is sourced directly from Minnesota State University Moorhead's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.