Associate Director

About the role

The purpose of the Associate Director of Financial Aid position is to provide leadership and support in the administration of financial aid programs. The associate director oversees the day-to-day operations of the financial aid office, collaborates with other staff members to ensure compliance with regulations, develops and implements policies and procedures, assists students in navigating the financial aid process, and manages a team of financial aid professionals. The associate director also plays a crucial role in strategic planning, budgeting, and assessing the effectiveness of financial aid programs to ensure equitable distribution of financial resources to eligible students.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the financial aid office
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure compliance with regulations
• Develop and implement policies and procedures
• Absorb and assist students in navigating the financial aid process
• Manage a team of financial aid professionals
• Play a crucial role in strategic planning, budgeting, and assessing the effectiveness of financial aid programs
• Ensure equitable distribution of financial resources to eligible students

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited university with six or more years of experience in a financial aid office
• Demonstrated knowledge of Title IV Regulations
• Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to do public speaking
• Strong interpersonal skills working in a very diverse environment
• The ability to handle multiple tasks