SVA - MFA Design for Social Innovation

Financial Planning and Analysis

• Advise students and parents on eligibility requirements for federal, state, and institutional aid
• Review financial aid applications; perform needs analysis for undergraduate and graduate students
• Assist students in estimating educational expenses, calculating needs, and preparing financial aid plans
• Ensure compliance with financial aid policies, procedures, and regulations when reviewing applications
• Interact with college offices and outside entities to resolve conflicts, expedite processing, and access information
• Process applications, administer, and manage all financial aid programs, including Federal, State, and Institutional aid programs
• Perform Loan Entrance and Exit Counseling
• Federal Pell Grant and SEOG Grant reconciliation
• Work Study Reconciliation, including processing time sheets
• New York State TAP Grant Reconciliation
• Reconcile federal student loan proceeds
• Certify private education loans
• Perform application verification, conflict resolution, and use professional judgment as needed
• Represent the office during promotional events (Open Houses, Orientation, Workshops, Accepted Students Day, etc.)
• Assist the director and associate director on special projects
• Advise and assist support staff and student assistants when necessary
• Work evening and weekend hours as necessary
• Travel to meetings, training sessions, and conferences as required
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Financial Aid Advisor

Operations

• Partner with the Department Chair on curriculum planning, program strategy, and special projects.
• Lead year-round recruitment and promotional efforts, including studio tours and applicant coordination for potential students and external partners worldwide.
• Serve as the academic advisor for students; manage course registration, graduation requirements, and ongoing advisement.
• Oversee day-to-day operations, including facilities, equipment, and classroom needs.
• Coordinate scheduling for classes, faculty, guest lectures, and special events.
• Ensure alignment with SVA policies and academic standards.
• Maintain accurate records of student enrollment, grades, attendance, and department budgets.
• Coordinate onboarding, orientation, and community-building events.
• Liaise with SVA Facilities, Security, and IT to ensure smooth physical and technical operations—AV, network, hardware, and materials for interactive installations.
• Ensure compliance with ADA and accessibility standards across program spaces and communications.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Financial Aid Advisor

Director of Operations