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Assistant Director

Northern Kentucky University

20 Campbell Drive (Show on map)

Dec 16, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title	Assistant Director
Department	Student Financial Assistance
Compensation Title	Assistant Director, Processing & Comp
Position Number	30029702
Position Status	Regular
Work Schedule	M-F 8:15 a.m.to 4:30 p.m.
Hours per Week	37.5
Months per Year	12
Purpose of Position	The Assistant Director of Processing Compliance is a member of the Office of Student Financial Assistance and reports to the Associate Director of Processing and Compliance. This position assists with managing processing and compliance efforts for ensuring the Office of Student Financial Assistance and Northern Kentucky University is in compliance with all federal, state and institutional regulations. This position will assist in executing all required processes to meet regulatory requirements. The Assistant Director of Processing and Compliance provides daily support to processing functions. The position works collaboratively with the Associate Director and coordinates office activities and training to support compliance. The position manages the creation, facilitation and distribution of financial aid documentation both external and internally around compliance awareness. The Assistant Director of Processing and Compliance is expected to attend state and regional professional financial aid conferences to remain knowledgeable of federal and state aid regulations. This position will be responsible for monitoring federal and state regulations to ensure all processing functions align and support regulations.
Primary Responsibilities	Manage and monitor federal, state and institutional compliance efforts. Assists with the provision of interpretative guidance in alignment with federal, state and institutional regulations for the Office of Student Financial Assistance and the University. Responsible for the retrieval of state grants and scholarships (CAP and KEES) programs. Retrieves and reconciles federal programs (Federal Pell and Federal Student Loans). Reconciles all federal, state and institutional aid programs. Routinely advise on all current Title VI, state and institutional policies. Assist with overseeing the performance of compliance review activities to determine if compliance efforts are in alignment with applicable policies, procedures, laws/regulations and provide feedback and guidance when applicable.
Qualifications	Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in computer science, organizational systems or computer information technology. Must have extensive experience with Microsoft Access, SQL Server, Word and Excel. Willingness to learn a range of data and querying methods ( SAP BeX, Analysis for Office, SQL, VBA, Access, Tableau, etc.) Demonstrate a strong attention to detail, ability to adapt to a changing environment, and handle multiple priorities. Candidate should demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to interact with individuals on all levels, be team-oriented, and exhibit strong initiative. Ideal candidate has two to three years relevant experience. Any candidate who is offered this position is required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.
Minimum Education	Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education	Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Experience	2 years
Salary	$42,549/yr Minimum
Pay Grade	S70

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2025S2303
Job Open Date	12/16/2025
Job Close Date
Quick Link	https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15311
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