The Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Data Systems assists in the leadership and management of Student Financial Services (SFS) and reports directly to the Senior Director. This position provides operational, compliance, and systems leadership for financial aid within an integrated, student-centered SFS model that emphasizes a one-stop, cross-trained service environment. The role supports accurate, timely service delivery while ensuring regulatory compliance and effective use of technology to support student success.

Primary Responsibilities:

Operations & Service Delivery

• Assist in managing daily SFS financial aid operations to ensure accurate and timely delivery of information and services to students, families, and the campus community
• Support the integrated SFS service model by promoting consistent service standards, cross-functional workflows, and shared responsibility for student case resolution
• Oversee key financial aid processes, including packaging, federal verification, institutional scholarship awarding, state aid, private scholarships, NCAA reporting, work-study, and private and parent PLUS loans

Compliance & Reporting

• Collaborate with the Senior Director to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations
• Develop, document, and implement policies and procedures; provide procedural guidance to professional and administrative staff
• Assist with audits and required reporting; serve as institutional contact for COD and act as Secondary Destination Point Administrator (DPA)
• Serve as lead financial aid administrator in the absence of the Senior Director

Systems & Data Leadership

• Serve as the financial aid functional lead for the PeopleSoft SIS, managing automation, packaging, testing, and implementation of new functionality
• Build and maintain PeopleSoft queries, automated processes, and inbound/outbound data integrations
• Coordinate data integrity efforts with Admissions, Registrar, Enterprise Applications Services (EAS), and imaging/workflow partners
• Lead software maintenance, implementation, and staff training related to financial aid technologies

CRM & Communications

• Oversee financial aid technical functionality within the Slate CRM in collaboration with the Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid & Outreach
• Support reporting, data maintenance, and targeted financial aid communications that align with recruitment and enrollment goals

Staff Leadership

• Supervise and lead an operations team of four full-time staff within a cross-trained, student-focused SFS environment
• Promote staff development, consistency, and continuous improvement
• Perform related duties as assigned

Monday-Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with some Saturdays-events.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 5 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Degree in business administration, student personnel services, information technology, or a related area
• Experience of leadership skills working with professional and office support staff, excellent organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, interacting professionally with diverse personalities and excellent verbal and written communication skills are requested
• The successful candidate should demonstrate a strong working knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations, strong interpersonal presentation skills; self-starter; able to work with minimum supervision when required; strong attention to detail; exceptional customer service and interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation); knowledge of PeopleSoft, Slate and the Microsoft Office Suite a strong plus

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $59,738-$61,566.60 annually.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 011
University Title: SR AST DIR STUDNT SUPPRT SVCS
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

Visa Sponsorship Information:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

University Information
Missouri S&T is one of the nation's leading research universities with over 100-degree programs in 39 disciplines. It was founded in 1870 as one of the first technological institutions west of the Mississippi River. Located about 100 miles west of St. Louis in the vibrant community of Rolla, Missouri S&T is an accessible, safe, and friendly campus surrounded by Ozarks' scenery. Missouri S&T offers undergraduate degrees in engineering, the sciences, liberal arts, humanities, and business, with M.S. and Ph.D. programs available in many of the science and engineering programs. With over 7,000 students and 300 faculty, Missouri S&T is big enough to accommodate a broad population, yet small enough for individuals to build high visibility and impactful careers.

About Rolla
Rolla, Missouri offers several great advantages that help individuals enjoy a high quality of life. Rolla is an ideal place for families, with its low cost of living, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a range of recreational activities suitable for all ages. The Ozark Scenic Riverways and beautiful landscapes offers abundant opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts of every lifestyle. With its vibrant community, Rolla hosts multiple events, concerts, art exhibitions, and theater performances throughout the year. The university’s Leach Theatre showcases nationally renowned performers for campus and community alike. Overall, living in Rolla offers a high quality of life with a supportive community, affordable living, beautiful natural surroundings, and numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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