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Working Title:
MnSCU Academic Professional 3 - Assistant Director of Financial Aid
Institution:
Inver Hills Community College
Classification Title:
Financial Aids Officer
Bargaining Unit / Union:
214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees
City:
Inver Grove HeightsRosemount
FLSA:
Non Job Exempt
Full Time / Part Time:
Full time
Employment Condition:
Classified - Unlimited
Salary Range:
$23.98 - $34.69
Job Description
The Assistant Director of Financial Aid provides daily operational management of the Inver Hills Community College (IHCC) and Dakota County Technical College (DCTC) Office of Financial Aid in coordination with the Director of Financial Aid. This position assists the Director of Financial Aid in administration of all Federal, State, and college financial aid programs, as well as manage the data flow and information system resources supporting the financial aid programs and office functions while ensuring compliance of all federal, state, institution and MinnState policies. The Assistant Director of Financial Aid will act as a work lead in the Director of Financial Aid absence.
Responsibilities Include:
Administer Federal and State data processes and financial aid programs to ensure compliance with Federal and State aid regulations.
Provide work direction and leadership to support operations of the financial aid office.
Assist the Director in performing office administrative responsibilities.
Assist with setup and maintenance of computer systems to ensure the technology efficiently supports financial processes.
Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.
Salary Range:
$28.26 - $41.43/ Hour; $59,007 - $86,506 Annually
Minimum Qualifications
Four full-time years (or equivalent) of professional/related experience in financial aid. (A bachelor's degree may substitute for one year of professional/related experience.)
Ability to work within a highly technical audited and regulated environment.
Personal computing/technology skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office software; experience with and comfort utilizing multiple @types of technology.
Creative problem-solving skills in a fast-moving environment.
Organizational skills sufficient to process and maintain data and manage multiple and diverse responsibilities.
Experience working with a diverse population of students, staff and faculty.
Strong interpersonal and written communications skills to interview and counsel students and conduct training sessions.
Preferred Qualification
Master's degree
Extensive knowledge of financial aid programs.
Experience in administration of financial aid programs.
Prior experience with financial software such as ISRS, COD, NSLDS, FSA Partner Connect
Physical Requirements
Maintain a stationary position for long periods of time
Travel to various locations for events or meetings.
Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)
Monday - Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm
Telework (Yes/No)
Yes, may be eligible to telework one day per week.
Application Procedure
The required documents listed below must be included in your application to be considered for initial review. If not submitted, your application will be marked as incomplete:
Current Resume : Resume must include dates of employment (month and year) for each position and Indicate average hours worked per week for each job.
Cover Letter (Optional)
Transcript (Optional)
External Applicants
Applicants not currently employed by Minnesota State can access the career site to search and apply for jobs, and to check the status of applications. Those applying for a position will be prompted to create a profile in Workday. This does include other state of Minnesota employees who work for agencies other than Minnesota State
Internal Applicants
All current Minnesota State employees will need to log into Workday to apply for the position via the Jobs Hub. The Jobs Hub can be found under the Menu, in the upper left-hand corner of Workday, under the Apps, and then Jobs Hub. Employees may also search for "Browse Jobs - Employees" in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.
Contact
If you have questions about this position or are in need of a reasonable accommodation during this search process, please contact Angela Loza, HR Coordinator at angela.loza@inverhills.edu or hr@inverhills.edu and or at 651-450-3371.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are a proud equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we seek applicants with deep connections to the cultural communities to which our students belong. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, people of color, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
About
Inver Hills Community College is an accredited 2-year college in the Southeast suburbs of the Twin Cities, Minneapolis & St. Paul, Minnesota. We offer nearly 40 programs and hundreds of classes for students of all ages and backgrounds. At Inver Hills, we are dedicated to advancing the power and promise of education. This vision guides our daily work and captures the spirit of our campus.. Through career exploration and professional preparation, our graduates leave Inver Hills fully prepared to launch their careers or pursue further education at a four-year institution.
Inver Hills is aligned with Dakota County Technical College (DCTC). Located nine miles away on County Road 42 via U.S. Route 52, DCTC offers a broad range of professional, technical, and liberal arts programs that complement academic programs at Inver Hills. Both Inver Hills Community College (http://www.inverhills.edu/about/beyond-the-yellow-ribbon-company/) and Dakota County Technical College (http://www.dctc.edu/support-services/military-veteran-services/) are recognized as a Beyond the Yellow Ribbon employers offering support for veteran and military employees and students.
Dakota County Technical College is focused on outstanding education for employment that emphasizes hands-on learning, serving students with a wide variety of diploma and degree programs. Many graduates enter the workforce right away, while others continue their education by transferring to four-year colleges or universities. DCTC is also a leader in noncredit and customized training, working with businesses to improve the skills of their employees. DCTC serves the local community by enhancing economic prosperity for students, their families, and regional businesses.
Benefits Information:
At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.
Desired Start Date:
10-22-2025
Position End Date:
Open Date:
09-22-2025
Close Date:
10-08-2025
Posting Contact Name:
Julia Glenn
Posting Contact Email:
julia.glenn@inverhills.edu
