Compliance & Training Manager, Financial Aid

Old Dominion University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Dominion University is seeking an Assistant Director of Compliance and Training within the Financial Aid office in Norfolk, VA. The role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance and serving as the primary trainer for SFA staff, while acting as a key resource during audits and reviews.

The position requires extensive knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations, supervisory experience, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects with cross-department collaboration.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in financial aid auditing and compliance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial aid regulations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects, make workflow decisions and manage large complex projects independently.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• The Assistant Director serves on the SFA leadership team and reports to the Associate Director of Operations & Regulations.
• Ensures institutional compliance with federal and state financial aid regulations.
• Acts as primary trainer for SFA staff and SME for audits and policy interpretation.
• Provides guidance and training, supports policy development and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborates with campus partners to mitigate risks and support effective administration of financial aid programs.

Skills

Financial aid auditing

Compliance knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Policy interpretation

Tools

Crystal Reports

MS Access

Excel

Job description

Old Dominion University is seeking an Assistant Director of Compliance and Training within the Financial Aid office in Norfolk, VA. The role focuses on ensuring regulatory compliance and serving as the primary trainer for SFA staff, while acting as a key resource during audits and reviews.

The position requires extensive knowledge of federal and state financial aid regulations, supervisory experience, and the ability to manage multiple complex projects with cross-department collaboration.