What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Financial Aid position at doane?
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for helping students access higher education? Doane University is accepting applications for a Director of Financial Aid to provide leadership in administering financial aid programs, ensuring compliance, and supporting student enrollment efforts.The Director of Financial Aid is responsible for the overall administration, direction, and supervision of the Financial Aid Office. Reporting to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Marketing, the Director oversees the management of student financial aid programs, including grants, loans, and scholarships, while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations. This role also establishes financial aid policies and provides strategic direction for the efficient and equitable distribution of financial aid funds.In collaboration with the Vice President of Enrollment, the Director plays a key role in supporting efforts to increase student enrollment across all programs—traditional undergraduate, non-traditional undergraduate, and graduate. The Director is responsible for providing leadership, training, and professional development opportunities for the Financial Aid staff, and is actively involved in the day-to-day operations of the Financial Aid Office, ensuring high-quality support for students and families navigating financial aid options.Key responsibilities include overseeing the student employment process and federal work-study program, managing budgets, establishing cost of attendance figures, and preparing reports for federal and state agencies, audits, and institutional use. The Director ensures proper reconciliation of federal grant funds with the U.S. Department of Education and Student Accounts, contributing to a student-centered, efficient, and compliant financial aid operation.View the full position description hereDoane University actively works to create and sustain a welcoming learning community for all members to fulfill their potential, feel valued, and make meaningful contributions to the University. Doane University is an equal-opportunity employer and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our society. Following USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. Doane is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas
