Assistant Director of Financial Aid

RU Roseman University of Health Sciences; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

403(b) retirement with employer match

Life insurance and disability coverage

EAP and wellness resources

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Job summary

Roseman University College of Medicine seeks an Assistant Director of Financial Aid to guide medical students through the entire financial aid lifecycle, ensuring compliant processes and proactive student support. You will shape financial wellness programs and collaborate across departments during a period of growth.

The role emphasizes counseling, policy adherence, data analysis, and program development to enhance student success and enrollment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in higher education financial aid.
• Experience advising students on financial aid, financial literacy, debt management, or related topics.
• Experience conducting presentations, workshops, or educational programs.
• Experience with Anthology Student Financial Aid or similar enterprise financial aid management systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized financial aid counseling, debt management guidance, and financial wellness support.
• Review and process financial aid awarding, verification, and related operational processes.
• Analyze data and trends to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
• Lead operational projects, process improvements, and regulatory reporting in the absence of the Director.

Skills

Financial counseling

Public speaking

Analytical skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Anthology Student Financial Aid

Job description

Why Join Roseman?

Because this is your chance to grow with a team—and a University—that’s going places. We are a private, nonprofit institution preparing the next generation of healthcare leaders through innovation, compassion, and academic rigor. And we believe those same values should guide how we treat our employees.

Job Description: Can You Help Future Physicians Build a Strong Financial Foundation?

Do you enjoy helping students navigate important financial decisions? Are you equally comfortable interpreting complex regulations, presenting to a room full of students, and developing innovative solutions that improve the student experience? If so, you may be exactly who we’re looking for. Roseman University College of Medicine is seeking an Assistant Director of Financial Aid who can combine financial aid expertise, student-centered service, compliance knowledge, and strategic thinking to support the next generation of physicians. At Roseman, financial aid is more than awarding funds. It’s about helping students make informed decisions that can shape their futures for years to come. As Assistant Director of Financial Aid, you’ll play a critical role in guiding medical students through every stage of their educational journey, from admission through graduation and residency transition. This is also an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing College of Medicine. Today, we support approximately 125 medical students, with enrollment expected to grow to nearly 400 students in the coming years. You’ll have the opportunity to influence processes, develop innovative student support programs, and help shape the future of financial aid services during a transformational period of growth.

What You’ll Do and Why You’ll Love This Role

Guide and Support Future Physicians

• Provide individualized financial aid counseling, debt management guidance, and financial wellness support.
• Help students understand borrowing options, budgeting strategies, and repayment planning.
• Serve as a trusted resource throughout the student lifecycle, from admission through residency transition.

Shape the Future of Financial Aid Services

• Review and process financial aid awarding, verification, and related operational processes.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance the student experience, and increase operational efficiency.
• Analyze data and trends to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
• Serve as a trusted partner to departmental leadership and provide operational guidance in the absence of the Director.

Educate and Empower Students

• Develop and deliver presentations, workshops, and educational programming.
• Promote responsible borrowing, financial literacy, budgeting, and debt management.
• Conduct one-on-one debt management sessions and group financial wellness programs.

Drive Compliance and Continuous Improvement

• Stay current on federal financial aid regulations, AAMC best practices, and LCME standards.
• Assist with audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead operational projects, process improvements, and technology initiatives that enhance service delivery and efficiency.

Partner Across the University

• Collaborate with Admissions, Student Affairs, and University leadership to support enrollment, retention, and student success.
• Analyze borrowing trends and financial aid utilization data to support strategic decision-making.
• Serve as the department’s operational lead in the absence of the Director of Financial Aid.

What You’ll Bring (Qualifications)

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in higher education financial aid, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience advising students or clients regarding financial aid, financial literacy, debt management, or related topics.
• Experience conducting presentations, workshops, or educational programs.
• Experience with Anthology Student Financial Aid or similar enterprise financial aid management systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while exercising sound judgment.
• Strong knowledge of federal student aid regulations, policies, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent customer service and relationship‑building skills.

Preferred

• Experience supporting financial aid programs for medical, health professions, or other graduate/professional students.
• Familiarity with LCME accreditation standards and AAMC financial aid best practices.
• Experience with financial aid audits, compliance reviews, and regulatory reporting.
• Experience analyzing data and developing recommendations to improve operations and student outcomes.

Benefits and Perks

• Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options, including some available at no cost to employees.
• Generous 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match of up to 7.5% and immediate vesting.
• Employer‑paid life insurance and disability protection.
• Tax‑advantaged healthcare savings accounts.
• Wellness, mental health resources, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick leave, six paid holidays, an extended Thanksgiving break, and up to three weeks of paid campus closures each year.

Why Join Us?

If you’re ready to combine financial wellness, student advocacy, strategy, and operational leadership while helping future physicians achieve their goals, we invite you to join our growing team.

Salary Range: $68,000-$72,000

Roseman University of Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Roseman University of Health Sciences is more than just a non‑profit, private institution; we’re a beacon of innovation and excellence in healthcare education. With campuses in Henderson and Summerlin (Las Vegas), NV, and South Jordan, UT, we’re dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare through cutting‑edge learning and a commitment to serving diverse communities.

Our mission is clear: to prepare the next generation of healthcare professionals to excel in their fields, foster collaboration, and lead with impact. Join us in our journey to make a meaningful difference in healthcare and in the lives of the communities we serve.