Director of Financial Aid

Unitek College; Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Unitek College is seeking a Director of Financial Aid for its Ontario campus. The role involves overseeing the financial aid team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing the financial aid department's operations. Candidates should have significant experience in financial aid, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to helping students achieve their educational goals.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off starting at 2 Weeks

401K with Company Matching

Tuition Assistance for family

Leadership development and training

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of financial aid experience required.
• 2 years in a Director or Associate Director role preferred.
• Experience in Title IV federal student financial aid for 5 years or more.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and supervise financial aid staff.
• Maintain compliance with financial aid regulations.
• Administer and process student financial aid.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking capability

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Company Description

As a leading healthcare education organization, Unitek Learning’s family of schools helps thousands of students launch and accelerate their careers every year. As a rapidly growing and highly successful company, Unitek is also a great place to pursue a rewarding and challenging career. We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits, unlimited growth potential, and a collegiate work environment.

Job Description

We are looking for a Director of Financial Aid to join our team at our Ontario Campus.

The Financial Aid Director (FAD) will be responsible for the implementation of Title IV policies and procedures, as well as provide overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the team. The FAD will participate as an important member of the management committee. The FAD will be responsible for administering, determining eligibility, and processing student financial aid to maintain positive cash flow, in addition to other related tasks for management of the financial aid department.

• Recruit, supervise, and oversee training of the financial aid staff
• Oversee Title IV federal student financial aid programs as well as state and alternative loans
• Maintain compliance with financial aid regulatory requirements as it pertains to federal, state, and accrediting agencies
• Coordinates activities and teamwork with the staff in conjunction with the admissions process
  
  

Pay Range: 70k - 100k Depending on Financial Aid Experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, master’s degree preferred
• Must have 4-5 years of experience in financial aid with at least two years experience as either Director or Associate Director (other relevant experience may be considered)
• Five (5) or more years' experience in Title IV federal student financial aid
• Management experience is required
• Proficiency in verification and student eligibility criteria
• Excellent customer service and organizational skills
• Attention to detail with the capability to multi-task
• Computer knowledge is recommended, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  
  

Additional Information

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks’ starting Vacation per year. Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
• 401K with a Company Matching
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program