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Working Title:

Associate Director of Financial Aid

Institution:

Minnesota State Community and Technical College

Classification Title:

MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Bargaining Unit / Union:

214: Minnesota Association of Professional Employees

City:

Fergus FallsMSTA - Wadena Campus

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

$23.63 - $34.18

Associate Director of Financial Aid

Classification: MnSCU Academic Professional 1

Full-time

*Salary placement is dependent on education and experience

Application Procedure:

The vacancy is posted online from May 22, 2025 through June 8, 2025. Applications must be submitted by 12:01 a.m. on June 9, 2025. **_Note: Internal applicants need to apply through the Jobs Hub in Workday._**

Application must include:

+ Letter of interest

+ Curriculum vitae (or resume)

+ Name and contact information for three professional references

+ College transcripts (copies are acceptable for initial application screening)

The primary purpose of the Associate Director of Financial Aid position is to serve all Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) students college-wide; to manage assigned financial aid processes across the college; analyze and comply with financial aid statutes and regulations; develop procedures to efficiently process student aid; communicate with internal and external customers of the college’s financial aid department; and supervise student employees.

The values that guide our work include access and opportunity, equity, inclusion, belonging, cultural competence, culturally responsive pedagogy & service, and community engagement. Our educational environments are culturally relevant, responsive, and innovative to the students we serve. Our students are assets, we affirm their identities and lived experiences, and provide spaces that are emotionally safe and reflect who students are.

This position will have a home campus location of Fergus Falls or Wadena with regular travel between Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, and Wadena.

Travel to other M State campuses will be required, approximately, as follows:

+ Monthly: 3-6 times /month

Responsibilities** **:

+ Live the mission, vision and values of M State to ensure a positive experience for all students and stakeholders. Service to M State students and stakeholders is a core component of the position and work responsibilities.

+ Inform and assist current and prospective students on all aspects of financial aid.

+ Support for campus and college operations.

+ Operational support for the financial aid office and student affairs division.

+ Assure the accurate and timeliness of reports to federal, state, agency, and college authorities.

Minimum Qualifications** **:

+ Minimum of 1 year of professional experience in any of the following: admissions, recruitment, financial aid, working with students/clients in higher education, customer service, or human services. A bachelor's degree may substitute for 1 year of experience; an associate's degree may substitute for 6 months of experience.

+ Ability to interpret the complexities of federal and state regulations governing financial aid programs, interpret and explain college, state, and federal policies that impact students.

+ Demonstrated computer skills sufficient to work with multiple software programs such as Office 365, student record management system, and electronic filing with an ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

+ Experience with computer software applications and systems with the ability to create business correspondence, reports, presentations, plan and organize multiple events/activities

+ Able to work evenings and weekends.

+ Valid driver’s license and able travel to represent the college as needed.

+ Public speaking skills sufficient to present information clearly to large groups.

+ Human relations/customer service skills with the ability to actively listen to and understand individuals’ needs and provide accurate information and appropriate alternatives.

+ Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse and traditionally underserved backgrounds.

+ Problem solving skills with the ability to set priorities, reason analytically, determine alternative solutions, and analyze and interpret information with a high degree of accountability and accuracy.

+ Ability to work independently with little supervision and collaboratively in a team environment; (this list is not all inclusive).

Preferred Qualifications** **:

+ A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a business or human service-related field.

+ Experience using ISRS student record system.

+ Minimum of three years of financial aid work experience in a college setting.

+ Experience working with student record systems, project management and specialty software such as DARS, ImageNow, customer relations management systems, and Office 365.

+ Knowledge of available higher education and community resources in order to recommend the most appropriate referral.

+ Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of college student development theory and varied Able to develop close working relationships college-wide, especially the Academic and Student Affairs division (particularly Counselors, Social Workers, Campus Resource Specialists, the Support Center, Enrollment, Admissions, Accessibility Resources, Financial Aid, Records) and faculty, student workers, and college administrators.

+ A thorough understanding of federal and state financial aid programs and regulations.

+ Knowledge of needs analysis, federal and state methodology, aid awarding, and the financial aid delivery system.

+ Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with support agencies, educational facilities, and individuals in the community on behalf of students and the institution.

About

M State is a regional student-focused institution that is poised for a strong future. It is the sixth-largest outstate college in the Minnesota State system and the largest two-year college in Greater Minnesota, serving more than 10,500 students in credit and non-credit courses each year. M State offers big-college resources and a small-college feel on our four welcoming campuses and in our many online courses and programs. Our faculty and staff are dedicated to the values of integrity, inclusion and innovation, and that dedication is reflected in our programs and in the support we offer to our students.

Minnesota State is an equal opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity (https://www.minnstate.edu/system/equity/index.html) . We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. All applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.

If you need accommodations to take part in the application process, please contact Human Resources at (218) 736-1512. For more information regarding M State, refer to our website at: www.minnesota.edu . Minnesota State Community and Technical College, a member of the Minnesota State system, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.

**NOTICE:** In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a motor vehicle records check.

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:

06-30-2025

Position End Date:

Open Date:

05-22-2025

Close Date:

06-07-2025

Posting Contact Name:

Heidi Ruth Balgaard

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]