Director of Financial Aid

Position Purpose

The Director of Financial Aid leads all aspects of day-to-day operations, office management, and information systems for the Office of Financial Aid including oversight of federal financial aid programs, special projects and collaboration with other College offices to enhance efficiency and integrate new technologies. Advises the executive director of financial aid on policy development, implementation, technology and staffing issues. Serves as a senior member of the Division management team.

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

Bachelors or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Eight years of progressively responsible experience in financial aid administration at a selective college.
• Thorough knowledge of federal financial aid regulations, institutional need analysis, financial aid policy, processes and procedures.
• Proven experience with electronic financial aid systems (BANNER).
• Significant supervisory and team leadership experience.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based organizational structure.
• Flexibility and ability to adjust priorities quickly in a fast-paced multidimensional environment.
• Project management experience with the ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative research.
• Commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's or other advanced degree.