I. JOB OVERVIEW
| Job Description Summary: |
The Office of Enrollment and Student Success (
ESS) is a mission-driven organization providing a cohesive experience throughout all phases of the student lifecycle, from the admissions and enrollment process through graduation and beyond, by supporting a connected, comprehensive and student-centered approach to the student experience.
ESS includes the offices of undergraduate admissions, graduate enrollment, career services, student financial assistance, student success, and student services, systems and analytics.
ESS is committed to a student-first mentality, utilizing a data-driven approach to continuous assessment and improvement across the organization.
Student Financial and Registration Services (
SFRS) is an integrated student services organization designed to assist students, parents, and the GW community in person and via email and phone with navigating administrative processes related to financial aid, billing, and registration. Our team members are cross-trained in these three areas to ensure a seamless service experience and resolve inquiries at the first point of contact whenever possible.
Reporting to the Associate Director, Student Services, GW's one-stop student services team, the Supervisor, Student Services will supervise a team of student services professionals assisting students and families with navigating GW's administrative processes related to financial aid, billing, and registration. This role is responsible for helping staff to resolve issues at the first point of contact when possible; taking escalations of complex issues; and collaborating with staff members in Student Financial Assistance, Student Accounts and Registrar to resolve issues. The Supervisor will manage team performance through providing consistent feedback and reporting on key service metrics.
Specific responsibilities for this position include the following:
- Supervise Student Services Specialists who are cross-trained to assist customers seeking guidance with financial aid, registration, and account issues.
- Receive escalations of complex issues from direct reports. Handle student and parent inquiries directly when direct reports are unavailable.
- Identify and escalate critical service issues to leadership.
- Promptly and courteously respond to and follow up on student and parent complaints or requests.
- Ensure delivery of high quality and accurate customer service.
- Assists in hiring and is responsible for onboarding new team members.
- Provide guidance to direct reports in their activities. Develop goals and objectives for each report and manage on a regular basis throughout the year.
- Identify individual and team training needs.
The position is based at GW's Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC. Performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. |
| Minimum Qualifications: |
Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED plus 4 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. |
| Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: |
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Experience with formally supervising/managing others strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated team player with excellent leadership, customer service, communication, and mentoring skills.
- Ability to foster service oriented mindset, accountability and effective ongoing communication while adapting to change and evolving needs.
- Possess a professional, engaging demeanor with effective organizational skills and the ability to efficiently multitask.
- Progressive financial services, registration, and/or financial aid counseling experience.
- Demonstrated ability to resolve complex student services cases.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills as demonstrated by defusing tense customer interactions.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software and database systems, and ability to learn customer tracking software, Student Information Systems, as well as any other necessary systems or software to complete daily responsibilities.
- Deep and dedicated commitment to diversity, accessibility, inclusion and student well-being.
- Ability to work well both independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Flexible and available to work varied shifts (evenings and weekends) during peak periods.
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| Hiring Range |
$53,912.51 - $78,108.53 |
| GW Staff Approach to Pay |
How is pay for new employees determined at GW? |
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
| Campus Location: |
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. |
| College/School/Department: |
Enrollment Management |
| Family |
Enrollment Services |
| Sub-Family |
Generalists |
| Stream |
Management |
| Level |
Level 1 |
| Full-Time/Part-Time: |
Full-Time |
| Hours Per Week: |
40 |
| Work Schedule: |
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm |
| Will this job require the employee to work on site? |
Yes |
| Employee Onsite Status |
On-campus (in person) |
| Telework: |
No |
| Required Background Check: |
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
- Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
- What is your management/leadership philosophy? Apart from your resume and cover letter, upload a separate document explaining in detail - with examples - of how you've demonstrated this in your professional career. Applications without this will not be considered.
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| Internal Applicants Only? |
No |
| Posting Number: |
S013910 |
| Job Open Date: |
11/10/2025 |
| Job Close Date: |
11/24/2025 |
| If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: |
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| Background Screening |
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. |
| EEO Statement: |
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. |
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