Director of Financial Aid & Compliance

Maharishi International University; Fairfield (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Maharishi International University in Fairfield, IA is seeking a Financial Aid Director to lead the financial aid programs, ensure compliance with Title IV and state regulations, and support student access and success. You will supervise staff, manage audits, and collaborate with Enrollment, Student Affairs, and Finance to optimize student financial aid services.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, policy development, and operational excellence in a complex regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Higher Education Admin, Business Admin, Finance).
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in financial aid administration in higher education.
• Experience administering Title IV programs, regulations, compliance requirements, and reporting.
• Experience interpreting and applying federal and state financial aid regulations.
• Experience with student information systems and financial aid management systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee administration of federal, state, institutional, and external financial aid programs.
• Ensure compliance with financial aid regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain financial aid policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Monitor packaging and awarding processes for consistency, compliance, and accuracy.
• Oversee administration of VA educational benefits programs.
• Certify enrollments and report enrollment changes through VA systems.
• Maintain compliance with VA regulations, audits, reporting, and approvals.
• Serve as SCO or supervise SCO activities.
• Oversee SAP processes and R2T4 calculations.
• Administer student loans and report to federal agencies.
• Maintain readiness for audits, program reviews, and accreditation.

Skills

Financial aid leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Student Affairs, or a related field

Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Business Administration, Student Affairs, Finance, or a related field

Tools

NSLDS

COD

FAFSA processing systems

Student information systems

Job description

Maharishi International University in Fairfield, IA is seeking a Financial Aid Director to lead the financial aid programs, ensure compliance with Title IV and state regulations, and support student access and success. You will supervise staff, manage audits, and collaborate with Enrollment, Student Affairs, and Finance to optimize student financial aid services.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, policy development, and operational excellence in a complex regulatory environment.