Assistant Director, Smith Financials
Job Description
Position Number:
123515Title:
Assistant DirectorFunctional Title:
Assistant Director, Smith FinancialsCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
BMGT-Exec MBA-Office of Online ProgramsCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the states flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nations legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nations capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
This position is responsible for overseeing the administrative aspects and student support of financial awards, graduate assistantships, financial aid, and billing for the Masters Programs Office of the Robert H. Smith School of Business. This position oversees all student advising and projects pertaining to private and federal financial aid, financial awards (scholarships and discounts), graduate assistantships, tuition, fees, and other charges, as well as the University billing process as a whole. Additionally, this position is responsible for tracking multiple types of student information (demographic, admissions, award, tuition discounts etc.) and generating regular and ad hoc reports on this information for a variety of stakeholders.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- A BA/BS degree is required.
Experience:
- A Minimum of 7 years work experience.
- A minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
- Experience working in higher education administration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Proven ability to interact with all levels of the university community: students, staff, faculty, and senior staff
- Proven organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
- Strong attention to detail; ability to work efficiently and produce quality results
- High level of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Proven ability to accurately manage student data
- Strong customer service values; positive and helpful attitude in all professional situations
- Demonstrated judgement and understanding of confidential requirements
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate in a courteous, tactful and concise manner.
- Experience balancing the needs of a large customer base in a time-intensive environment.
- Familiarity with SIS, SAS, Salesforce and UMD campus systems.
- Familiarity with Graduate School, UMD Financial Services and UMD Financial Aid policies.
- Ability and willingness to work extended hours as required.
- Ability to work occasionally as needed during evening and weekends.
- Ability to travel 5-10%.
Preferences:
Masters degree; MBA Preferred
Additional Information:
Salary range $80,000-$90,000.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
Sedentary work.
Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Posting Date:
10/02/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
10/18/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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