Job Description

Job Title: Tuition Assistance & Collections Manager

Reports to: Director of Finance

Schedule: 40 hour work week, with occasional after school and weekends when necessary

Organizational summary:

Since 1927, the Yeshivah of Flatbush has stood at the forefront of American Jewish education and has set the standard of excellence emulated by other academic institutions. It has imbued its students with a thirst for knowledge, a commitment toTorah and Zionism, a love of the Hebrew language and the dedication to serve the greater Jewish and secular communities. The school philosophy is a synthesis of Judaic studies, liberal arts and extracurricular activities that places great emphasis on the students' character development. It has evolved into a unique complement of Jewish and American values that focuses on all aspects of education and enables our graduates to meet the challenges of college and life. In the years to come, we look forward to continuing the traditions of excellence, innovation and leadership that have made us a world-renowned institution.

Organizational mission:

The mission of the Yeshivah of Flatbush is to:

• EMPOWER our students to develop exceptional character and intellect.
•  EDUCATE through a rigorous Torah b'Ivrit and General Studies program with a robust set of co-curricular opportunities in a supportive and nurturing environment.
•  INSPIRE a love for and commitment to Torah U'Mitzvot, Medinat Yisrael, and Klal Yisrael with responsibility to advance the welfare of all humanity.

Position summary:

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Tuition Assistance Manager is responsible for the strategic and day-to-day management functions performed by the Tuition Assistance and collections department. The Manager is responsible for planning, implementing, and directing all financial aid services and functions in accordance with applicable school policies and procedures. The Manager will support the Yeshivah’s mission to recruit and retain all families that seek the type of Jewish education and philosophy that our Yeshivah provides and whose children meet the admission requirements.

Responsibilities:

•  Manage, develop and oversee the daily operations of all aspects of the Tuition Assistance and collections department.
•  Manage the financial aid budget and serve as a strategic decision maker in initial offers and appeals.
•  Provide leadership and supervision of professional staff to ensure a family-centered approach to financial aid administration.
•  Evaluate tuition assistance applications and determine the suggested tuition assistance award for each one.
•  Present the suggested awards to the board committee for review and approval.
•  Provide the highest level of customer service by ensuring families understand the application process, timeline and requirements as well as advising families on financial aid issues.
•  Partner with the office of Admissions in promoting the tuition assistance and collections process through presentations and meetings with prospective parents.

Experience Required

3-4 years