AVP, Financial Aid & Enrollment Operations

Sinclair Community College; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sinclair Community College seeks an experienced Assistant Vice President of Financial Aid and Enrollment Operations (AVP) to lead critical student services including registration, records, financial aid and scholarships, and orientation. The AVP will manage multiple departments, budgets, and policies to ensure compliant, accessible aid and enrollment services for students.

The role requires a master’s degree, 10+ years in higher education with 8+ years in financial aid administration, and at

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in a relevant field.
• Ten or more years in higher education with eight or more years in financial aid administration.
• Three or more years in management with the ability to evaluate staff performance.
• Ability to set enrollment targets and manage accountability.
• Ability to work collaboratively; lead change and involve multiple campus constituencies.
• Knowledge of community college policies for student services.
• Thorough knowledge of Federal, State, and institutional aid programs.
• Experience interpreting and implementing federal/state regulations.
• Flexible schedule, including potential extended hours and weekends.
• Strong diplomacy, mentoring, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Prior community college experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and manage many employees.
• Ability to diagnose and develop solutions to complex problems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment.
• Exceptional written, oral communication and presentation skills.
• Commitment to high-quality and compassionate student service.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical work practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee registration, student records, financial aid and scholarships, the Welcome Center, testing, and student orientation.
• Lead several departments, manage staff and budgets, develop policies and procedures, ensure compliance with regulations, and seek process improvements.
• Collaborate with academic and administrative leaders to support the College’s goals and strengthen cross‑department communication.
• Represent the College when engaging with external organizations and community partners.
• Serve as Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships and Chief Financial Aid Administrator, overseeing all financial aid programs.

Skills

Diplomacy

Mentoring

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Sinclair Community College seeks an experienced Assistant Vice President of Financial Aid and Enrollment Operations (AVP) to lead critical student services including registration, records, financial aid and scholarships, and orientation. The AVP will manage multiple departments, budgets, and policies to ensure compliant, accessible aid and enrollment services for students.

The role requires a master’s degree, 10+ years in higher education with 8+ years in financial aid administration, and at