Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Director of Financial Aid reports to the Executive Vice President and is primarily responsible for the overall operation of all Financial Aid programs (institutional, state, and federal). The Director of Financial Aid provides leadership direction and coordination by providing oversight of the daily core operations for financial aid and management of the Office of Financial Aid. This role is responsible for developing a comprehensive vision and strategy for financial aid operations. This position monitors federal and state regulatory environments and identifies any resulting changes that may impact on the office workflow to generate financial aid packages. The position serves as the Title IV Compliance Officer for the University. The Director will provide leadership, creating an environment of consistency, accuracy, and excellent customer service.
MACU Director of Financial Aid - Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Requirements
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
- A master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university is preferred; Bachelor’s degree is required.
- Seven (7) to nine (9) years of progressively responsible financial aid experience in a post-secondary institution with five plus (5+) years managing teams of 6+ staff.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have excellent computer skills, including effective utilization of Microsoft and Google products. Experience with federal financial aid systems is required. Preference will be given to those with Jenzabar and/or PowerFAIDS experience.
