Senior Assistant Director for Compliance and Audit

About the job

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University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Office of Scholarships and Student Aid works to ensure that qualified students have the opportunity to study at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill regardless of their ability to pay. The office serves students at all levels, including graduate and professional school students and coordinates all student financial support for the campus. The office assists in the recruitment, retention and success of students while maximizing available funds, exercising good stewardship of those funds, and performing related research, analysis and program evaluation in support of long-range enrollment and campus goals. In addition, the office provides academic and co-circular support services for scholarships, provides financial literacy and educational tools, and partners with faculty and other student success areas across campus to provide excellent service to low- and middle-income students and other scholarship recipients. The work of the office is public in nature and closely scrutinized by students and their families, lawmakers, faculty and staff at the University, and by the media (local, regional, and national).

Position Summary

The Office of Scholarships and Student Aid is seeking a Senior Assistant Director for Compliance and Audit. This position is responsible for overseeing and managing the university’s Federal Pell Grant portfolio, including, but not limited to, reviewing Pell Lifetime Eligibility Used (LEU), restored eligibility, and any Pell Grant files received from the U.S. Department of Education.

The Senior Assistant Director will also manage State Grant programs and Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) compliance, administer various university scholarship programs, and communicate with campus departments regarding student eligibility and financial aid policy matters.

The Senior Assistant Director will support efforts related to audit preparation and regulatory review, supporting state, federal, and institutional audits, program reviews, and other quality assurance activities.

In addition, the position provides professional and operational support to the leadership team within the Office of Scholarships and Student Aid.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Demonstrated experience interpreting and applying complex federal, state, and institutional financial aid regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Experience analyzing data, reconciling financial records, and identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex regulations and policies to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to accuracy, compliance, customer service, and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Two or more years of professional experience in higher education financial aid administration.
• Experience with student information systems such as Banner, PeopleSoft, or similar enterprise systems.
• Experience administering state grant programs and responding to audit, compliance, or regulatory review requests.
• Knowledge of NCSEAA programs and North Carolina state financial aid regulations.
• Experience supporting quality assurance initiatives, audits, or compliance reviews in a higher education environment.

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.