Director-Level Consultants

About the role

HEAG is seeking Director-level consultants with a minimum of 5 years of recent, Director-level management and leadership experience in a dynamic, fast-paced Financial Aid Office or Student Accounts/Bursar Office. Consultants will fill interim Director-level positions for a diverse group of schools, requiring direct knowledge of complex compliance issues and the ability to manage responsibilities in both strategic and functional capacities.

Prior financial aid consulting experience is a plus but not mandatory. Candidates must be available full time, with priority given to those who have flexibility for travel. Assignments can be short or long-term and may include travel, with hours varying by assignment.

Responsibilities

• Manage interim Director-level positions at various higher education institutions
• Oversee complex compliance issues related to financial aid and student accounts
• Communicate complex compliance and operational issues to other departments, including executives
• Manage staff and office needs independently, primarily in a remote capacity
• Operate in both strategic and functional leadership roles

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of recent, Director-level management and leadership experience in a Financial Aid Office or Student Accounts/Bursar Office
• Proficiency in Student Information Systems such as Banner, Colleague, PowerFAIDS, Peoplesoft, Jenzabar, or other Department of Education software
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently
• Full-time availability with flexibility for travel
• Well-versed in the administration of Financial Aid Programs