Director Level Consultants

About the role

The Higher Education Assistance Group, Inc. (HEAG) is actively seeking Financial Aid and Student Accounts Director level consultants. Candidates must be available full time, and priority will be given to those who have flexibility for travel. Consultants must be able to fill interim Director level positions for a diverse group of schools, with direct knowledge of complex compliance issues. Contracted assignments can be short or long-term and may include travel. Hours can vary by assignment.

Qualifications

• 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
• Prior financial aid consulting experience is a plus, but not mandatory
• Must demonstrate competency and be well-versed in the administration of Financial Aid Programs
• Must be able to manage responsibilities in both strategic and functional capacities
• Strong skillsets in Banner, Colleague, PowerFAIDS, Peoplesoft, Jenzabar, or other Student Information Systems, including Department of Education software is required
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage staff and office needs independently, and in a mostly remote capacity
• Ability to communicate complex compliance issues and other important issues to other departments in a college or University setting, including Executives

About the company

The Higher Education Assistance Group, Inc. (HEAG) is a comprehensive financial aid consulting group with corporate headquarters located in Wellesley, Massachusetts and has been in business for over 35 years. Our consultants are based across the country.