Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values. The Assistant Director of Financial Assistance is primarily responsible for counseling services to be provided to a portion of current as well as prospective students, and their parents, and participates in the process of file review, verification, and awarding of financial assistance to undergraduate students, and graduate students if necessary (excluding law and prospective transfer students). The Assistant Director co-administers all activities related to the PA State Grant and Special Programs as well as all other state grants received by our students. This role serves as the liaison to the Center for Access, Success & Achievement (CASA), serves as primary financial aid counselor for customer service-related issues, and partners with the Associate Director of Financial Aid, to streamline and enhance email, phone, and online correspondence. In addition, this role participates in ongoing professional development and training, representing the University and the OFA through participation in on and off-campus presentations to prospective and current students.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Bachelor's degree required. (Master's degree preferred)

Minimum of three years of direct experience in Financial Aid, in addition to the experience requirement listed below, may substitute for the degree requirement.

Experience with all aspects of:

Minimum of two years' experience in a financial aid office, working directly with students and parents. Experience in counseling, review and verification required.

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills are essential Time management

Attention to detail

This position falls within salaried grade 13 and the range for this position is $51,000-63,800. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate's qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.