Director of Strategic Resource Management and Financial Aid

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The Pennsylvania State University is hiring a Director of Strategic Resource Management and Financial Aid. The role involves managing financial aid and scholarship processes for student-athletes, collaborating with multiple university offices, ensuring compliance with NCAA, Big Ten, and Penn State regulations, and acting as the primary liaison between athletics and student aid offices.

Highlights

Manage scholarship paperwork and process changes for student-athletes in compliance with policies.
Serve as the contact for coaches, student-athletes, and parents regarding accounts and refunds.
Review and process scholarship stipends ensuring NCAA compliance.
Maintain squad lists using LionPath and ARMS compliance software and verify data accuracy with Peoplesoft.
Generate reports and maintain records to ensure accurate financial aid awarding.
Process Student-Athlete Fund payments and reimbursements with SIMBA and Concur, and manage endowment awards via Penn State E-Steward.
Collaborate closely with the Office of Student Aid, the Office of the Bursar, and athletics staff.
Require a Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of relevant experience or equivalent.
Position requires PA State Police, PA Child Abuse, and FBI background clearances.
Salary range: $61,800 - $89,600; includes competitive benefits and a 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family.

Director of Strategic Resource Management and Financial Aid Full Description

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICSâ

The Director of Strategic Resource Management and Financial Aid will play a key role in facilitating the financial aid and scholarship processes for student-athletes at Penn State University. This position is part of the Strategic Resource Management and Eligibility Division within the Athletic Compliance Office, working closely with the Office of Student Aid, the Office of the Bursar, and coaches and staff members within the athletics department. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that student-athletes receive the financial aid resources they are eligible to receive while maintaining compliance with NCAA, Big Ten, and Penn State regulations.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Prepare and manage scholarship paperwork for prospective and current student-athletes, ensuring timely and accurate documentation
Process scholarship cancellations, non-renewals, and reductions as needed, in line with policies and regulations
Act as a point of contact for coaches, student-athletes, and parents regarding student account and refund inquiries
Review student-athlete financial aid accounts and process scholarship stipends, ensuring compliance with NCAA regulations
Maintain squad lists for 31 varsity sports teams using data from the LionPath and ARMS compliance software
Review data flow between the Peoplesoft database and ARMS compliance software, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information
Generate reports and maintain records to ensure accurate financial aid awarding for student-athletes
Process SAF (Student-Athlete Fund) payments and reimbursements in SIMBA and Concur financial systems
Process endowment awards within the Penn State E-Steward system
Serve as the primary day-to-day liaison to the Office of Student Aid and the Office of the Bursar
Serve as the primary compliance contact for various sport teams and carry-out specific day-to-day duties for those sports teams to ensure compliance with NCAA, Big Ten, and Penn State rules and regulations

MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptedRequired Certifications:None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $61,800.00 - $89,600.00.

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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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