Assistant Director of Systems Management, Financial Aid

Colorado Mesa University

Colorado Mesa University seeks applications for an Assistant Director of Systems Management, Financial Aid.

Job Description

The Assistant Director of Financial Aid Systems is the primary technology and software systems manager for the Financial Aid department. This position’s primary responsibility will be the oversight of development and maintenance of processes, troubleshooting process challenges, and systems support for Financial Aid staff, students, and the campus community.  The primary responsibilities of this position are the training of staff and students on new process developments, support communications, building reports in COGNOS, and systems management and support of federal processes.  This position leads the team in tracking and analyzing performance data and statistics to make continuous process improvements to automate financial aid processes.  Finally, this position works with the Director of Financial Aid to determine annual project initiatives and process improvements.

Application Instructions

Application Deadline: To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 12/1/2023.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information.  In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Direct Inquiries Contact: Lindsey Campbell, lcampbell@coloradomesa.edu