Director, Financial Aid

Job description

Title: Director, Financial Aid POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Financial Aid provides strategic leadership and oversight of all federal, state, and institutional financial aid programs. This role ensures compliance with applicable regulations, supports student access and success, and aligns financial aid operations with institutional enrollment and retention goals. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops and implements financial aid policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. Oversees the awarding, disbursement, and reconciliation of Title IV, state, and institutional aid. Supervises and trains financial aid staff, ensuring cross-training and professional development. Monitors and manages the financial aid budget, including forecasting and fund utilization. Ensures compliance with Return of Title IV (R2T4), Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP), and verification processes. Leads strategic initiatives to improve financial aid delivery and support enrollment management goals. Coordinates with Admissions, Registrar, and Student Accounts to ensure seamless student support. Prepares and submits federal and s...