Director of Financial Aid at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania in Kutztown, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, this position is responsible for directing and managing all aspects of state, federal and institutional financial aid programs in accordance with both statutory regulations and institutional policies. The Office of Financial Aid has significant impact on the image, recruitment, and retention imperatives of the University. As such the Director possesses an in-depth knowledge of higher education and extensive understanding of the strategic importance of the role financial aid plays in enrollment management. The director is an expert on state and national financial aid programs, policies, and issues.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Experience in a Financial Aid Office; with a minimum of 3 years at the level of Director or above.

Comprehensive understanding of and commitment to compliance with federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations.

Experience with the overall administration of federal, state, and institutional aid programs.

Experience with the awarding of scholarships and financial aid packaging.

Ability to implement financial aid policies, procedures, and initiatives in a timely manner.

Ability to work with other university units to assist in the enrollment and retention of students.

Leadership, planning, managerial, supervisory, and organizational skills.

Ability to form strong coalitions with internal and external constituencies.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and to be detail oriented.

Ability to recognize departmental priorities and work cooperatively to support their accomplishment.

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity and experience working with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree


• Experience with Banner.


• Experience working in a union environment.

Supplemental Information

Applications & Resumes will be accepted until position is filled, however; to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than October 27, 2024.


The starting salary range for this position is $95,000.00-100,000.00.


All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application/resume system ONLY. Please do not fax, mail, or e-mail any documentation.


Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.


The University is very interested in hiring employees who have had extensive experience with diverse populations.


Kutztown University is an AA/EOE/member of the PA State System of Higher Education and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.



Non-Discrimination Statement
Kutztown University does not discriminate in employment or educational opportunities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. To discuss a complaint of discrimination, please contact the Office of Social Equity, Old Main A-Wing, Room 02, by phone at 610-683-4700 or by e-mail at pena@kutztown.edu. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Kutztown University does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, including admissions and employment. Any inquiries regarding the application of Title IX at Kutztown University may be made to Bradley Davis, the University's Title IX Coordinator, located in Old Main A-Wing, Room 02A, by phone at 610-683-4782 or by email at titleix@kutztown.edu, or the Office for Civil Rights located in the Lyndon Baines Johnson Department of Education Bldg., 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202-1100, by phone at 800-421-3481 (TDD: 800-877-8339), by fax at 202-453-6012, or by e-mail at OCR@ed.gov. Kutztown University's Sexual Misconduct, Anti-Discrimination, and Anti-Harassment policies can be found in The Key student handbook or online at https://www.kutztown.edu/about-ku/administrative-offices/social-equity.html.

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