[Oasfaa] position available

[DanGHolt at aol.com]

Cornell University
Dean of Financial Aid

Cornell University seeks a professional for the position of Dean of
Financial Aid. Located in Ithaca, New York, Cornell University, a research
university and member of the Ivy League, has seven undergraduate and six
graduate schools and colleges enrolling approximately 19,000 students. As a
land-grant institution, the University has a tradition of serving New York
State and a long-standing commitment to need-blind admissions and to
offering need-based financial aid to all students. This newly created
position is an opportunity to participate in Cornell’s new and exciting
enrollment initiatives that are being developed to support and highlight
Cornell’s unique seven College system.

Reporting to the Associate Provost for Admissions and Enrollment, the Dean,
in conjunction with the Director of Financial Aid, is responsible for
overseeing the operations of the Office of Undergraduate Financial Aid and
Student Employment. Cornell administers approximately $125 million dollars
annually in federal, state, and institutional funds and is committed to
need-blind admissions and awards based on demonstrated financial need. The
Dean provides leadership in the assessment, analysis, and implementation of
financial aid strategies with a focus on enhancing Cornell’s
competitiveness, evaluates market conditions, establishes Cornell’s
financial aid and student employment policies, and represents the
institution nationally on issues pertaining to financial aid. The Dean will
also serve as the Chair of Cornell’s Financial Aid Strategy Group.

The successful candidate will possess a master's degree with a thorough
knowledge of current financial aid policies and strategies and extensive
experience in financial aid administration. Knowledge of national trends in
financial aid, budget analysis, and data analysis and projections are
important contributing factors in the selection of the Dean. Demonstrated
success in the strategic use of financial aid as well as strong management
and administration skills are essential to this position.

Review of applications will begin on April 23, 2001 and will continue until
the position is filled. Nominations of individuals for this position may be
made to The Spelman & Johnson Group as indicated below. A resume, with an
accompanying cover letter, may be submitted by e-mail attachment to
mail at spelmanandjohnson.com or online at www.spelmanandjohnson.com. If you
are unable to submit materials electronically, please mail a resume and
cover letter to:

The Spelman & Johnson Group
Cornell University-Dean of Financial Aid (RMASFAA-L)
Ellen Heffernan, Managing Vice President
38 Mulberry Street, Box 304, Leeds, MA 01053
Phone: 413-584-7089

Visit Cornell University's website at www.cornell.edu

Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and
employer.

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